Automation / Machine Design Engineer

What You'll Do

Lead Innovative Automation Projects
Design and develop custom automation equipment, production machinery, tooling, and fixtures.
Take projects from concept and design through fabrication, assembly, testing, and production implementation.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand manufacturing challenges and develop creative engineering solutions.

Drive Engineering Excellence

Ensure quality, reliability, safety, and manufacturability are incorporated into every design from the start.
Develop clear project requirements, technical specifications, and measurable success criteria.
Create detailed engineering documentation, drawings, and design packages using SolidWorks.

Manage Project Execution

Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and timelines.
Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to leadership and project teams.
Manage supplier evaluations, quotations, vendor relationships, and project cost controls.
Track engineering changes and maintain project revision documentation.

Collaborate Across Teams

Partner with Manufacturing, Applications Engineering, Controls Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams.
Lead project meetings to review equipment design, controls integration, project status, risks, and deliverables.
Identify issues early and develop effective contingency and recovery plans to ensure project success.

Champion Safety & Compliance

Ensure all designs comply with OSHA, ANSI, and applicable safety standards.
Promote best practices in engineering design, risk assessment, and machine safety.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in one or more of the following: Automation Machine Design, Manufacturing Equipment Design, Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Precision Tooling, Machine Tools, Industrial Automation Systems, High-Speed Assembly Equipment (preferred)
• Proficiency in SolidWorks is desired. 3D modeling is required
• Working knowledge of: Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, SharePoint, Engineering documentation and project management tools
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Self-motivated, organized, and results-oriented
• Strong teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills