Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Automation & Robotics

RMSL; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Scientific Laboratory in Littleton, CO is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join an integrated team developing energetic manufacturing and processing systems. You will design, document, and commission complex mechanical systems, lead robotics integration, and mentor junior engineers.

The role requires 5+ years in automation, SOLIDWORKS expertise, PLC programming, and strong teamwork. Travel to sites for commissioning is expected; a competitive benefits package supports

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience designing mechanical systems in automation and controls.
• 5+ years of experience with SOLIDWORKS design, GD&T proficiency.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.).
• Knowledge of machine safety systems and interlocks.
• Proficiency with PLC hardware and ladder/structured text programming (Siemens preferred).
• Experience with vision systems and robotics/automation in manufacturing.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead technical efforts and mentor junior staff.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong teamwork and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, documentation, integration, and implementation of complex mechanical systems.
• Generate mechanical prototype designs and assemblies in CAD (SOLIDWORKS).
• Create and maintain engineering diagrams, interface control docs, and manuals.
• Specify sensors, safety systems, PLCs, HMIs, and communication devices.
• Program PLCs (Rockwell, Siemens) and coordinate automation and robotics efforts.
• Perform FMEA and ensure compliance with NFPA 79, UL508A, NEC, etc.
• Collaborate with engineers through design, build, evaluation, and commissioning phases.
• Lead mechanical troubleshooting and commissioning of robotic/automated systems.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers/technicians.
• Interface with customers and partners professionally; support project reporting.

Job description

Rocky Mountain Scientific Laboratory in Littleton, CO is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join an integrated team developing energetic manufacturing and processing systems. You will design, document, and commission complex mechanical systems, lead robotics integration, and mentor junior engineers.

The role requires 5+ years in automation, SOLIDWORKS expertise, PLC programming, and strong teamwork. Travel to sites for commissioning is expected; a competitive benefits package supports