Senior Mechanical Engineer

RGBSI; Romeo (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company is seeking a hands-on Design Engineer based in Romeo, Michigan. The ideal candidate will lead the entire design and development lifecycle of complex systems, ensuring they meet performance and manufacturability requirements. With 5 to 10 years of experience in mechanical or systems design and a strong background in automation or manufacturing, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive validation and improvements. This role demands a true hands-on engineer actively engaged in technical execution.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in mechanical or systems design.
• Strong background in automation systems or manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with design, development, and system integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full system design and development lifecycle from concept through production.
• Own system architecture, design decisions, and technical execution.
• Develop and integrate mechanical systems, assemblies, and automation solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, controls, and project teams.
• Drive design validation, prototyping, and system improvements.
• Ensure designs meet performance, cost, and manufacturability requirements.
• Support continuous improvement and optimization initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical design

System integration

Automation systems

Hands-on engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

• We are seeking a hands‑on Design Engineer with a strong ownership mindset to lead the end‑to‑end design and development of complete systems.
• This role is ideal for someone who has taken products from concept through development and delivery, with deep involvement in system‑level design rather than individual components.
• The ideal candidate will come from an automation or manufacturing environment and remain actively engaged in engineering work, bringing practical expertise in designing and delivering complex systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full system design and development lifecycle from concept through production
• Own system architecture, design decisions, and technical execution
• Develop and integrate mechanical systems, assemblies, and automation solutions
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including manufacturing, controls, and project teams
• Drive design validation, prototyping, and system improvements
• Ensure designs meet performance, cost, and manufacturability requirements
• Support continuous improvement and optimization initiatives

Required Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in mechanical or systems design
• Strong background in automation systems or manufacturing environments
• Hands‑on experience with design, development, and system integration
• Ability to work independently with a high level of technical ownership

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

What We Are Looking For

• A true hands‑on engineer, not a program manager or people leader
• Someone who has designed complete systems, not just components or sub‑parts
• A candidate with a strong ownership mindset and track record of delivering products
• Currently active in engineering and design work