Packaging Automation Mechanical Engineer II

Vaco by Highspring; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance Available

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring in Sarasota, Florida is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to design automated packaging equipment from concept through production. You will develop mechanical assemblies, pneumatic systems, and automation-related machinery for food, beverage, pharma, personal care, and industrial sectors.

The ideal candidate has 4–6+ years of OEM experience, proficiency with Inventor/SolidWorks/AutoCAD, and a proven ability to manage complex projects with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• 4-6+ years of mechanical engineering experience designing manufacturing machinery in an OEM environment.
• Strong experience designing custom machinery, automation equipment, or packaging systems.
• Proficiency with Inventor and/or SolidWorks.
• Strong AutoCAD skills and experience creating detailed engineering documentation.
• Experience generating BOMs, fabrication drawings, and assembly documentation.
• Ability to independently manage complex mechanical design projects with minimal supervision.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, pneumatics, fabrication methods, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated packaging machinery and mechanical systems from concept through production release.
• Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and engineering drawings using Inventor, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD.
• Generate and maintain BOMs, fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, and technical documentation.
• Design sheet metal, machined components, mechanical assemblies, and pneumatic systems.
• Support new product development initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, purchasing, service, and sales teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Process and implement Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement engineering solutions to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Support prototype development, testing, and validation activities.
• Review vendor proposals and technical quotations for components and assemblies.
• Ensure designs meet customer requirements, regulatory standards, and company engineering specifications.
• Maintain drawing databases and documentation control systems.
• Interface directly with customers, suppliers, and external partners when required.

Education

BSME in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Vaco by Highspring in Sarasota, Florida is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to design automated packaging equipment from concept through production. You will develop mechanical assemblies, pneumatic systems, and automation-related machinery for food, beverage, pharma, personal care, and industrial sectors.

The ideal candidate has 4–6+ years of OEM experience, proficiency with Inventor/SolidWorks/AutoCAD, and a proven ability to manage complex projects with minimal supervision.