Mechatronics Applications Engineer I: Design & Quotation

Progressive Machine and Design; Town of Victor (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Machine and Design is seeking an Mechatronics Applications Engineer I to develop foundations in mechanical/electrical design, machine costing, proposal development, and custom automation solutions.

Under guidance from the Applications Manager and senior engineers, you will support quotation, design, and project development for custom machinery and automation systems, including travel to customer sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• One to four years of experience in automation equipment, machine design, manufacturing, or a related industry.
• GD&T knowledge is required.

Responsibilities

• Review customer specifications and requirements to develop cost-effective mechanical, controls, and automation solutions.
• Support senior Applications Engineers throughout the complete project lifecycle, gaining exposure to all phases of project development.
• Prepare process flow diagrams, conceptual layouts, and technical clarification questions.
• Develop detailed estimates for engineering, software development, machine assembly, wiring, plumbing, debugging, installation, and acceptance testing activities.
• Review vendor quotations and internal cost estimates for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain and update costing databases and cost libraries.
• Track and compare estimated project costs before and after peer review.
• Present proposed machine concepts and solutions to prospective customers when appropriate.
• Review project documentation for compliance with customer specifications and company standards.
• Create accurate 2D machine layouts and supporting 3D models as required.
• Perform tolerance analyses for assigned projects.
• Develop timing diagrams and sequence charts for motion-based assembly and testing operations.
• Assist in documenting and improving departmental processes and best practices.
• Participate in estimating and review activities for Build-to-Print projects.
• Collaborate with fabrication and manufacturing teams to validate estimates and project requirements.
• Support estimating activities across all shop disciplines, including: Mechanical assembly, Electrical wiring, Pneumatic and fluid plumbing, Machine debugging, Skid preparation, Equipment installation.
• Attend concept reviews, design meetings, customer calls, and team meetings.
• Participate in assembly floor walkthroughs to gain understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Observe machine debugging and testing activities to learn system functionality and labor requirements.
• Follow awarded projects through installation and commissioning whenever possible.
• Maintain a lessons-learned log and review findings with the Applications Manager on a regular basis.
• Study similar automation systems through available project documentation and videos.
• Seek guidance and mentorship from senior engineering team members.
• Stay informed on emerging automation technologies and industry trends.
• Travel to customer facilities as required to gather project-critical information and support project development activities.
• Maintain compliance with all company and customer safety requirements and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

GD&T

Job description

Progressive Machine and Design is seeking an Mechatronics Applications Engineer I to develop foundations in mechanical/electrical design, machine costing, proposal development, and custom automation solutions.

Under guidance from the Applications Manager and senior engineers, you will support quotation, design, and project development for custom machinery and automation systems, including travel to customer sites as needed.