Mechanical Design Engineer

About the role

This role focuses on designing conveyor systems, automated equipment, machines, and container handling solutions using SolidWorks. The Mechanical Design Engineer creates detailed 3D models, assemblies, and technical drawings, working closely with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical systems with automation and electrical components.

Responsibilities

• Design conveyor systems, automated machines, and material handling equipment using SolidWorks, ensuring robust and efficient mechanical layouts.
• Develop detailed 3D models, assemblies, and fully dimensioned technical drawings, including bills of materials (BOMs) and documentation suitable for manufacturing.
• Collaborate closely with electrical and automation teams to integrate mechanical designs with control systems, servo drives, motors, robotics, and other automation components.
• Conduct stress, load, and structural analysis to verify the functionality, reliability, and safety of mechanical systems and components.
• Apply design for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly principles to simplify production, reduce costs, and improve maintainability.
• Create clear and accurate technical drawings and documentation, including the application of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) to communicate design intent.
• Use SolidWorks Simulation or other CAE tools to analyze and solve complex mechanical problems and validate design performance.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards and safety regulations, including applicable CE, UL, and other guidelines.
• Provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle, from concept and design through fabrication, installation, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and system issues on the shop floor, working hands-on with equipment to resolve problems and implement improvements.
• Participate in on-site installation and commissioning of equipment at manufacturing facilities, supporting start-up, testing, and optimization.
• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team, contributing to design reviews, continuous improvement efforts, and innovation initiatives.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in mechanical design engineering, preferably focused on conveyor systems, automated equipment, or material handling solutions.
• Experience designing conveyors, automated machines, and container handling systems for industrial applications.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling, assembly design, and drafting, including creating detailed models, assemblies, and technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including kinematics, mechanics, and thermodynamics.
• Hands-on experience with material handling systems, automated equipment, or logistics automation environments.
• In-depth knowledge of gears, motors, bearings, drives, servo drives, and other mechanical components used in automation systems.
• Ability to develop and maintain accurate bills of materials (BOMs) for complex mechanical assemblies.
• Proficiency in creating technical drawings with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) to clearly communicate tolerances and fits.
• Ability to analyze and solve complex mechanical problems using SolidWorks Simulation or other computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools.
• Familiarity with design for manufacturability (DFM), assembly practices, and automation integration.
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations relevant to automated machinery, including CE and UL requirements.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers.
• Detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in mechanical design engineering, preferably focused on conveyor systems, automated equipment, or material handling solutions.
• Experience designing conveyors, automated machines, and container handling systems for industrial applications.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling, assembly design, and drafting, including creating detailed models, assemblies, and technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including kinematics, mechanics, and thermodynamics.
• Hands-on experience with material handling systems, automated equipment, or logistics automation environments.
• In-depth knowledge of gears, motors, bearings, drives, servo drives, and other mechanical components used in automation systems.
• Ability to develop and maintain accurate bills of materials (BOMs) for complex mechanical assemblies.
• Proficiency in creating technical drawings with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) to clearly communicate tolerances and fits.
• Ability to analyze and solve complex mechanical problems using SolidWorks Simulation or other computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools.
• Familiarity with design for manufacturability (DFM), assembly practices, and automation integration.
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations relevant to automated machinery, including CE and UL requirements.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers.
• Detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in mechanical design, preferably with conveyors and automated systems, is highly valued.
• SolidWorks certifications are a plus and demonstrate advanced proficiency in modeling, assemblies, and drafting.
• Experience working with robotics, including integration with automated conveyor and material handling systems.
• Familiarity with structural analysis of frames, supports, and equipment structures for automated machinery.
• Experience with pneumatics and their integration into automated equipment and material handling systems.
• Exposure to automation technologies such as servo drives, motors, and control interfaces used in industrial equipment.
• Experience working with industrial robotics platforms, including systems such as FANUC, is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to support projects from concept through installation and commissioning, including on-site troubleshooting.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to document designs, changes, and lessons learned for future projects.
• Interest in innovation and continuous improvement in mechanical design for automation and material handling.