Mechanical Engineer

About the role

The Mechanical Engineer designs custom automated machinery, tooling, and press equipment from initial concept through manufacturing release. This role develops complete engineering packages, including detailed drawings and Bills of Material, and provides technical support to production, assembly, and customers throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Design custom automated machinery, tooling, press equipment, and related industrial equipment from concept through release.
• Create accurate 3D models, assembly drawings, and detailed manufacturing drawings using CAD tools.
• Develop, organize, and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs) for all designed equipment.
• Process engineering changes and revisions, ensuring all documentation remains current and accurate.
• Release designs through ERP and PDM systems to support manufacturing, purchasing, and other internal processes.
• Support manufacturing, assembly, purchasing, quality, and sales teams by providing clear and timely technical guidance.
• Work directly with customers to define requirements, clarify specifications, and ensure designs meet application needs.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve technical issues and optimize component selection.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including records, design files, and machine manuals.
• Ensure designs consider manufacturability, serviceability, safety, and performance requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or at least 5 years of machine design experience.
• Proven experience designing automated machinery, tooling, or industrial equipment.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD for 3D and 2D design.
• Ability to create complete manufacturing drawing packages, including detailed part and assembly drawings.
• Ability to develop and manage accurate Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Experience working with ERP and PDM systems to release and control designs.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions such as manufacturing, assembly, purchasing, quality, and sales.
• Solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles applied to machine design.
• Hands-on experience with 3D design and machine layout.
• Experience with sheet metal and tooling design for industrial applications.

Additional qualifications

• Background in mechanical engineering with emphasis on machine and industrial equipment design.
• Experience designing press equipment or similar automated systems.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and methods relevant to automated machinery and tooling.
• Ability to collaborate directly with customers and suppliers to refine requirements and resolve technical issues.
• Strong documentation skills for maintaining project records and creating machine manuals.

Work environment

The role focuses on the design and development of custom automated machinery, tooling, and industrial equipment within an engineering and manufacturing environment. You will work extensively with 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD, as well as ERP and PDM systems to manage design data and support production workflows. Collaboration with manufacturing, assembly, purchasing, quality, and sales teams is a regular part of the work, along with direct interaction with customers and suppliers. The environment emphasizes accuracy, thorough documentation, and cross-functional teamwork to deliver high-quality, build-ready designs.

Job type & location

Contract to Hire position based in North Canton, OH. Fully onsite.

Pay

$35.00 - $48.08/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available)
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

Fully onsite position. Application deadline: Nov 3, 2026.