Mechanical Systems Engineer

About the role

The Mechanical Systems Engineer - Retrofits & Modernization serves as a key engineering resource responsible for the evaluation, design, and implementation of retrofit, rebuild, upgrade, and modification solutions for installed customer equipment and internal manufacturing systems. This position focuses on improving machine performance, reliability, safety, maintainability, and lifecycle value through engineered mechanical and integrated automation solutions. The engineer will assess existing equipment, identify opportunities for improvement, develop retrofit concepts, create engineering documentation, and support implementation activities from concept through commissioning. Working closely with customers, field service personnel, manufacturing operations, and engineering teams, this role combines mechanical engineering expertise with a working knowledge of controls and automation systems to solve complex equipment challenges. This position requires a hands-on engineer capable of balancing machine design, field support, troubleshooting, and project execution while providing practical solutions for both customer-installed equipment and manufacturing operations. The role is based in the Engineering department, reports to the Customer and Aftermarket Service Manager, and is classified as exempt.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate installed equipment and develop engineered solutions for machine retrofits, upgrades, rebuilds, and performance improvements.
• Design mechanical modifications for packaging machinery, palletizers, robotics, material handling systems, and auxiliary automation equipment.
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