Senior Machine Design Engineer, Automation

Key Responsibilities

• Design automated machines and manufacturing processes in accordance with defined technical, quality, and safety standards.
• Lead cross-functional project teams by managing timelines, assigning work, and providing clear technical direction throughout project execution.
• Review engineering and quality documentation to ensure compliance with Applied Medical manufacturing quality systems and project requirements.
• Collaborate with internal partners and guide outside department team members to enable effective information transfer and project alignment.
• Specify off-the-shelf machines and automated production equipment to support manufacturing and process needs.
• Identify and specify production lines that require automation to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability.
• Mentor and guide entry-level engineers by reviewing work, providing technical feedback, and supporting professional development.
• Partner with internal functional teams and external vendors to deliver integrated automation solutions.

Position Requirements

• Holds a bachelor of science degree in an engineering discipline.
• Designs and troubleshoots fixtures, prototypes, and automated machines incorporating electro-mechanical components such as sensors, safety systems, pneumatics, and drive systems.
• Designs, modifies, and troubleshoots complex automated manufacturing equipment.
• Updates and reviews three-dimensional computer-aided design models using SOLIDWORKS and maintains accurate bills of materials using Microsoft Excel.
• Performs design of experiments to determine optimal equipment parameters and process performance.
• Writes and updates maintenance manuals, manufacturing instructions, and calibration procedures for new and existing equipment.
• Understands and follows Applied Manufacturing quality systems per training requirements.
• Understands and complies with company safety rules and policies.
• Holds greater than five years of experience in automated machine design.
• Works in clean room, laboratory, and manufacturing environments as required.
• Holds equivalent hands-on experience as an engineering technician or machine designer in lieu of a formal degree when applicable.
• Brings experience leading automation projects in regulated manufacturing environments such as medical device production.
• Demonstrates proven ability to guide junior engineers and drive technical excellence across teams.
• Applies strong problem-solving skills to complex, multi-variable automation challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation range: $100,000 - $120,000 / year (California).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Training and mentorship opportunities.
• On-campus wellness activities.
• Educational reimbursement program.
• 401(k) program with discretionary employer match.
• Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule.