Senior Automation Design Engineer (Mechatronics)

Fresh Consulting; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresh Consulting is a design-led software and hardware engineering company based in Bellevue, WA. We seek a Mechanical/Automation Engineer to design and deploy automation equipment, from concept to production, within cross-functional teams.

You will create 3D CAD models, select components, ensure safety and quality, and support commissioning and customer training at sites. Excellent collaboration and hands-on fabrication experience are expected.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering; MS preferred.
• 3–5 years in automation, machine design, or robotics integration.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks for assembly modeling and part design.
• Understanding of ASME Y14.5-2018 and ISO 286.
• Understanding of industrial safety standards and risk reduction principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop custom automation equipment, fixtures, workstations, and electromechanical systems.
• Create and revise 3D CAD models, drawings, assemblies, and BOMs for automation and mechatronic systems.
• Assist with integration of robotics, machine vision, servo actuators, pneumatic components, sensors, and other automation hardware.
• Participate in concept development, component selection, design reviews, and design validation activities.
• Build, troubleshoot, and refine prototype and final-deliverable equipment.
• Support equipment commissioning, FAT, site installation, startup, and operator training at customer sites.
• Work with internal and customer teams to ensure designs meet project requirements.
• Document design changes, test results, and issues clearly.
• Identify and resolve mechanical, integration, and system performance issues during development and deployment.
• Follow company and customer requirements for machine safety, documentation, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Support continuous improvement of engineering standards, templates, design practices, and build processes.

Skills

SolidWorks

Robotics integration

Servo motors

Industrial safety

CAD modeling

3D CAD

Design for manufacturability

Tolerance analysis

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

MS preferred

Tools

Beckhoff PLCs

ASME Y14.5

Job description

Fresh Consulting is a design-led software and hardware engineering company based in Bellevue, WA. We seek a Mechanical/Automation Engineer to design and deploy automation equipment, from concept to production, within cross-functional teams.

You will create 3D CAD models, select components, ensure safety and quality, and support commissioning and customer training at sites. Excellent collaboration and hands-on fabrication experience are expected.