Sr Automation Machine Design Engineer

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

We are Fresh. Together let's build the future. With partners and clients, we practice strategy, design, development, and engineering to harness the power of technology and create what's next.

Our cross-disciplinary approach blends human ingenuity and technology, empowering us to meet uncertainty with confidence. What got us to today won't get us to tomorrow, so we test our assumptions and always strive for growth. From the products we build to the partners we collaborate with; we believe people make the difference.

And we do so as a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all of our employees can thrive.

Why join Fresh?

Fresh Consulting is a fast-paced, design-led, software development and hardware engineering company, offering end-to-end services to help companies innovate. We bring together amazing UX designers, sophisticated developers, digital strategists, and top-notch engineers to help companies create fresh experiences that connect humans, systems, and machines. As we continue to grow, our internal teams need to grow with us—and that starts with you. See more at freshconsulting.com.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop of custom automation equipment, fixtures, workstations, and electromechanical systems as part of a project development team;
• Create and revise 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, assemblies, and bills of materials for automation and mechatronic systems;
• Assist with the 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, factory acceptance testing, site installation, startup, and operator training at customer sites;
• Work with internal team members and customer team members to ensure designs are aligned with project requirements;
• Document design changes, test results, and issues in a clear and timely manner;
• 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.

Required Qualifications:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, MS Preferred;
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in automation, machine design, or robotics integration, with specific experience designing and deploying factory automation systems;
• Proficiency with SolidWorks for assembly modeling and part design;
• Proficiency in ASME Y14.5-2018 (R2024 and ISO 286;
• Understanding of industrial safety standards and machine risk reduction principles.

Proven Experience:

• 3-5 custom automation machines as principal or lead engineer;
• Cell layout and simulation;
• Linear motion systems consisting of ball-screws, linear ways and servo motors;
• Pick-and-place processes including feeder and gripper development;
• Work-holding development for fixed applications and transfer systems;
• Process development including:
  • Fastening;
  • Plastic joining such as ultrasonic welding;
  • Laser processes such as welding or trimming;
  • Welding and brazing;
  • Soldering including laser or selective;
  • Metal working processes such as cutting, shearing, machining, crimping or forming;
• Hazard evaluation and safety system design;
• Design and development of precision weldments, tooling and advanced alignment and work-holding technologies;
• Equipment commissioning, debug, or startup in a production or customer environment.

Additional Skills:

• Sizing and selecting servo motors and drive components;
• Self-aligning design principles;
• Basic understanding of robotics, servo motion systems, PLC based automation, and industrial controls integration;
• Machine vision systems, industrial cameras, lighting, and inspection applications;
• Familiarity with Beckhoff PLCs and robots made by Epson, Fanuc or ABB;
• BOM management and revision control;
• Tolerancing & design evaluation for tolerance stack-up, clearance and fit;
• Design for manufacturability;
• PFMEA;
• FEA;
• Knowledge of machine shop practices, including CNC milling, CNC turning, welding, grinding, and heat treatment.

Equal employment opportunity: All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made, or any other status protected by law. Assistance will be gladly provided upon request for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory disabilities.

*Fresh Consulting is an E-Verify participating company