Mechanical Project Engineer – Automation & Design Lead

Atlas Copco; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Atlas Copco in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead engineering projects and mechanical design activities from kickoff through customer plant acceptance.

You will provide technical direction to internal teams and external partners, focusing on automated assembly systems and fastening applications. The role requires strong SolidWorks skills, project management, and a proven track record of delivering on schedule and budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from an accredited college or university with 5 years of machine design experience or 10+ years of machine design experience.
• Proven leadership skills in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must have project engineering experience.
• Proficient working knowledge of SolidWorks.
• Fastening experience with Nutrunner applications.
• Experience with Torque Tubes, Articulating Arms and Ergonomic Assists.
• Machine tool experience for general/final assembly for GI and/or automotive industry (MVI).
• Automation design with screw feeder integration is a plus.
• Excellent oral, written, and organizational communication skills plus strong interpersonal skills.
• Mathematical skills and high analytical ability; strong reasoning to define problems and draw valid conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects and mechanical design activities from kickoff through customer plant acceptance.
• Provide technical direction to internal engineering teams and external partners supporting Atlas Copco solutions.
• Establish project priorities and collaborate with Project Managers to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Manage mechanical engineering schedules and budgets; ensure compliance with customer requirements and standards.
• Coordinate external engineering resources when needed (RFQs, contractor quotations, supplier costs).
• Review designs, drawings, and technical deliverables for compliance with specifications and standards.
• Update mechanical designs to reflect customer revisions and manufacturing changes.
• Support equipment builds, system integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning as required.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, manufacturability improvements, and cost optimization.

Skills

Leadership

Project engineering

SolidWorks

Nutrunner experience

Automation design

Machinery design

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

BSME degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Nutrunner tools

Torque tubes / articulating arms

Job description

Atlas Copco in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead engineering projects and mechanical design activities from kickoff through customer plant acceptance.

You will provide technical direction to internal teams and external partners, focusing on automated assembly systems and fastening applications. The role requires strong SolidWorks skills, project management, and a proven track record of delivering on schedule and budget.