Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to design components and complete industrial equipment from scratch, with a focus on aluminum extrusion, aerospace, and automotive projects.

Responsibilities

• Design components and complete industrial equipment using Solidworks and AutoCAD.
• Familiarize with products and equipment to design various parts of a greater system.
• Lead capital projects from concept through to production.
• Work on projects involving aluminum extrusion equipment, industrial ovens, and washers.
• Spend approximately 70% of time drawing and designing, and 30% sourcing components and assisting production during the build phase.
• Participate in reengineering old machines and modifying equipment for new and existing customers.
• Select components such as motors, cylinders, and servos.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Solidworks and AutoCAD.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• 5+ years of experience designing industrial and automation equipment from scratch.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

Skills

• Experience designing ovens, washers, and aluminum extrusion equipment.
• Understanding of the automotive industry and its fast-paced nature.
• Experience as an automotive tiered supplier.

Work Environment

The typical work hours are from 7 or 8 AM to 4 PM, with possible overtime during the week, normally amounting to about 5 hours. The company is family-owned, consists of approximately 18 people, including 3-4 engineers, and takes pride in their projects.

Benefits

• 8 paid holidays and a minimum of 72 hours of PTO.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage.
• 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.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $43.27/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, and internal equity.

Schedule

This is a Contract to Hire position based in Belding, MI. The role is fully onsite.