Principal Mechanical Engineer, Automation Innovator

PAR Systems; Shoreview (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

PAR Systems in Minnesota seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead advanced automated systems design, setting mechanical standards and driving innovation across the company. This leadership role shapes long-term strategy and influences processes, standards, and projects.

You will guide senior and mid-level engineers, lead cross-functional design reviews, and collaborate with Controls, Software, Manufacturing, and Sales to ensure customer requirements are met and high standards are

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering required.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex design projects from concept through detailed engineering (mechanical).
• Mentor senior and mid-level engineers and drive best practices across teams.
• Collaborate with Controls, Software, Manufacturing, PM and Sales to meet customer requirements and PAR standards.
• Travel to customer sites to provide hands-on technical leadership and support installations.

Skills

Leadership

12+ yrs exp

SolidWorks

Mechanical design

Automation components

Cross-functional

US Person

Education

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

SolidWorks CAD

Job description

PAR Systems in Minnesota seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead advanced automated systems design, setting mechanical standards and driving innovation across the company. This leadership role shapes long-term strategy and influences processes, standards, and projects.

You will guide senior and mid-level engineers, lead cross-functional design reviews, and collaborate with Controls, Software, Manufacturing, and Sales to ensure customer requirements are met and high standards are