Project Engineer - Mechanical

Dürr AG; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to cutting-edge technologies

Collaborative project environment

Meaningful projects with visible impact

Job summary

Dürr AG in Southfield is looking for an experienced engineer to design and engineer conveyor systems for automotive paint finishing and industrial manufacturing projects. You will be responsible for system layouts, engineering calculations, and project execution, collaborating with various teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience. The role offers travel opportunities while maintaining a home-office balance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience designing conveyor or material handling systems.
• Proficiency in engineering calculations related to conveyor systems.
• Ability to interpret conveyor layouts and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer conveyor systems for automotive and industrial projects.
• Manage engineering deliverables and project schedules.
• Support installation, startup, and commissioning activities.

Skills

Designing conveyor systems

Project coordination

Engineering calculations

Customer collaboration

Understanding of safety standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Your Tasks:

• Design and engineer conveyor systems for automotive paint finishing and industrial manufacturing projects. Lead system layouts, engineering calculations, equipment selection, and project execution while collaborating with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams. Ideal for engineers with conveyor, material handling, or automated manufacturing systems experience.
• Design and engineer conveyor systems for automotive paint finishing and industrial manufacturing applications.
• Develop complete conveyor system layouts, calculations, and engineering documentation from customer requirements and project specifications.
• Evaluate existing conveyor installations and recommend improvements or modifications.
• Perform engineering calculations related to conveyor drives, production rates, and system performance.
• Select purchased equipment and support supplier and subcontractor coordination.
• Manage engineering deliverables, project schedules, and equipment budgets.
• Collaborate with CAD designers and subcontract engineering resources to ensure project success.
• Participate in design reviews, customer meetings, and technical discussions.
• Support installation, startup, commissioning, and field verification activities as needed.
• Identify technical challenges and develop practical, cost‑effective solutions.

Your Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of experience designing conveyor or material handling systems.
• Knowledge of skid, pendulum, and overhead power & free conveyor systems.
• Understanding of conveyor drive calculations, production rate calculations, and conveyor safety standards.
• Ability to interpret conveyor layouts, schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design software.
• Strong project coordination, organization, and communication skills.
• Experience working directly with customers, suppliers, contractors, and cross‑functional engineering teams.
• Knowledge of conveyor controls and SAP is a plus.

Why Join Durr

• Design large‑scale conveyor systems for industry‑leading manufacturers.
• Work on projects from concept through commissioning.
• Collaborate with experienced engineering, installation, and commissioning teams.
• Gain exposure to cutting‑edge manufacturing and paint finishing technologies.
• Take ownership of meaningful projects with visible impact on customer operations.
• Travel approximately 20% while maintaining a strong home‑office balance.