R&D Mechanical Engineer

FANUC America Corporation

Rochester Hills (MI)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Program

Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Benefit Dollars

Generous Holiday & Vacation Program

Job summary

FANUC America Corporation in Rochester Hills, MI is seeking a Research & Development Mechanical Engineer to drive mechanical design and analysis for robotic painting systems. You will design linkages, select drives, and impact performance, reliability, and cost while addressing current product issues.

You will develop designs and drawings in SolidWorks, perform analyses, release BOMs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Travel may be required as projects progress.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Experience in mechanical design and analysis.
Ability to read engineering drawings and documentation.
Exposure to CAD tools such as SolidWorks and Mathcad.

Responsibilities

Select and package mechanical components for new designs.
Develop and release designs and drawings using SolidWorks.
Perform analyses to validate mechanical design problems.
Evaluate and rationalize component options for a design.
Design castings, weldments, and machined parts.
Release production drawings with minimal supervision.
Set tolerances and apply GD&T principles.
Address design concerns from assembly and suppliers.
Estimate duration and labor for proposed designs.
Release BOMs in the ERP system (Oracle).
Develop paint product validation and performance tests.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on robotic painting systems.
Create simple project schedules for engineering activities.
Produce technical procedures and product documentation.
Some travel may be required.

Skills

Mechanical design

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Mathcad

Job description

Who You Are

We are searching for a

Who You Are

We are searching for a Research & Development Mechanical Engineer who will execute mechanical design, support, and research engineering tasks for new products in the robotics painting market. The size and complexity of each assigned task will vary, and will require attention to both engineering and design detail. You will be responsible for the design of robotic linkages, selection of drives, and various other peripheral components, and understand how these elements impact product performance, reliability, and cost. In addition to new product research and development assignments, you will also be assigned to resolve current issues with existing products and installations. You will work with various stakeholders to investigate and resolve mechanical hardware issues, including but not limited to motion, electrical and fluid-handling components.

How It's Done

Selection and packaging of mechanical components
Develop, update, modify and release component and assembly designs and drawings using SolidWorks
Define and implement required analysis for mechanical design problems
Review and rationalization of commercial component options for a design
Design castings, weldments, drive components, and various other machined parts
Complete and release production drawings with minimum supervision
Establish dimensions and tolerances for new components, including application of GD&T principles
Address and resolve design concerns identified by assembly technicians and/or suppliers
Estimate the duration and labor cost to complete a proposed design
Release components and bills of materials (BOMs) in the Oracle ERP system
Develop and execute paint product validation and performance tests
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative robotic painting systems
Develop simple project schedules to support engineering activities and project milestones
Create technical procedures, work instructions and content for product documentation
Some business travel is also required as needed

What You Need

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
Experience through coursework, research, internships, co-op assignments, or industry work involving mechanical design and analysis
Fundamental understanding of machine design, mechanisms, and mechanical system development
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly documentation, and technical procedures
Exposure to CAD modeling software and engineering calculation tools, including SolidWorks, Mathcad, or similar platforms
Interest in robotics, automation, and the development of industrial equipment
Demonstrated analytical and troubleshooting skills for solving mechanical and interdisciplinary engineering challenges
Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments and contribute to project schedules and technical deliverables
Willingness to learn FANUC robot operation, programming, and robotic application development

What Would Be Even Better

Masters Degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering
3+ years experience in Mechanical Design and Analysis (SolidEdge, SolidWorks, 3D, 2D CAD, Ansys, Mathcad, etc.)

It's Your Move

Joining FANUC means becoming part of a team that values your unique perspective and encourages continuous learning and collaboration. We foster a culture where respect and innovation go hand in hand, and where your contributions help shape the future of automation and robotics.

Benefits

We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees: