Senior Mechanical Tool & Automation Engineer

Katalyst CRO; Lewis Center (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO is seeking a senior mechanical design engineer in the United States to lead and execute engineering design for manufacturing automation projects. You will analyze specifications, create detailed drawings, and develop tooling and fixtures while coordinating with internal teams and external vendors.

The role requires strong expertise in AutoCAD/SolidWorks, and experience with robotics, conveyors, and pick-and-place systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• 5–7 years of experience in mechanical engineering design.
• Ability to lead a 10–12 person team and coordinate with onsite/offshore.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations related to strength of materials, speeds, horsepower, temperature, and loads as related to machine and tool designs.
• Analyze drawings and specifications to determine shape, dimensions, hardness, etc., in equipment development.
• Produce working drawings and BOMs for equipment and sub-assemblies using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Liaise with customers and in-house staff for design and requirements.
• Supervise the mechanical design effort on project level and delegate tasks to team members.

Skills

Manufacturing automation

Assembly automation

Machine integration

Process optimization

Conveyor systems

Material handling

Pick-and-place systems

Industrial robotics

Jigs and fixtures

High-speed automation

Sensor selection

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Katalyst CRO is seeking a senior mechanical design engineer in the United States to lead and execute engineering design for manufacturing automation projects. You will analyze specifications, create detailed drawings, and develop tooling and fixtures while coordinating with internal teams and external vendors.

The role requires strong expertise in AutoCAD/SolidWorks, and experience with robotics, conveyors, and pick-and-place systems.