Mechanical Engineer II

Job Summary

Beckwood, headquartered in Fenton, Missouri, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to join our engineering team. This role involves designing machine structures and powered motion systems, developing 3D models and manufacturing drawings, and supporting the integration of hydraulic and electro-mechanical components into complex machinery. Collaboration with cross-functional teams such as production, controls, sales, and service is essential.

About the Role

This position offers the opportunity to work on highly customized equipment while continuing to grow your technical expertise in a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary
• Bi-annual bonus potential
• A team-focused culture with catered lunches, team-building activities, and employee engagement events
• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees: Health insurance, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D coverage, parental leave, flexible PTO and sick time, 401(k) with employer contribution

What You'll Be Doing

• Mechanical Engineers are responsible for designing structures and implementing powered motion systems used on various types of machinery.
• Create 3D models of equipment, draft prints for manufacturing, and integrate hydraulic designs of normal to increasing complexity with moderate to light supervision.
• Work with production team members to implement designs, ensuring they are manufacturable, reliable, and aligned with customer requirements.
• Demonstrate a working, foundational understanding of hydraulic systems, assist Hydraulic Engineers with circuit development, component selection, and documentation.
• Design motion equipment using ball screw, planetary roller screw, and belt-driven actuators, work with vendors and electrical teams to size servo motors and other power transmission components, create accurate models, generate BOMs, and upload to ERP system.
• Understand GD&T (Dimensioning and Tolerancing), interpret tolerance stack-ups and effects, and minimize cost implications of tolerance and machining methods.
• Participate in design reviews, receive and incorporate feedback from peers, and make sure all criteria are met by comparing specifications and quotes to designs.
• Communicate effectively with vendors to solve problems and improve designs as required.
• Support the Service team with warranty and non-warranty troubleshooting as needed.