Senior Automation Equipment Designer

ArtiFlex Manufacturing, Inc; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ArtiFlex Automation in Michigan is seeking a Senior Machine Designer to design automated manufacturing equipment. You will develop 3D mechanical designs, create 2D drawings with GD&T, and prepare complete release packages.

You will coordinate outsourced mechanical-design work, analyze specifications, and communicate progress to customers and internal teams. This onsite role offers growth opportunities and a collaborative environment near the machine-build area.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, mechanical design, or a related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to read and interpret customer specifications, operating procedures, design requirements, technical diagrams, and industry standards.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing drawings, dimensioning practices, and GD&T.
• Ability to review the technical quality and completeness of work produced by outside design partners.
• Ability to prepare clear technical reports and correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D mechanical designs for automated manufacturing equipment in accordance with customer requirements, project specifications, and design standards.
• Analyze engineering sketches, specifications, customer data, and related documentation to determine design requirements.
• Create accurate 2D detail drawings and assembly layouts using proper dimensioning and GD&T practices.
• Complete full engineering release packages, including drawings, BOMs, calculations, and required documentation.
• Coordinate outsourced mechanical-design packages, provide technical information, and serve as the day-to-day contact for outside designers.
• Develop sequence charts and perform cycle-time evaluations to validate operator and machine cycle times.
• Communicate design concepts, decisions, project status, and issues to customers and internal teams.
• Maintain positive relationships with internal teams, customers, suppliers, and outside partners.
• Assist in mentoring and developing other machine designers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

3D modeling

SolidWorks

Catia

GD&T

Manufacturing drawings

Read/interpret specs

Outsourced design management

Cycle time analysis

MS Office

Pneumatics

Machine guarding

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Catia

Job description

ArtiFlex Automation in Michigan is seeking a Senior Machine Designer to design automated manufacturing equipment. You will develop 3D mechanical designs, create 2D drawings with GD&T, and prepare complete release packages.

You will coordinate outsourced mechanical-design work, analyze specifications, and communicate progress to customers and internal teams. This onsite role offers growth opportunities and a collaborative environment near the machine-build area.