Automation Mechanical Engineer

Under the direction of the Automation Program Manager, provide mechanical design support for a wide variety of integration requirements.

• 3D modeling of custom automation equipment to include but not limited to robotic end of arm tools, assorted peripheral / auxiliary material handling equipment, etc
• Modify and adapt existing models for use on similar or new project applications
• Create mechanical designs according to industry safety standards
• Develop 2D drawings for:
• Automated production cells
• Auxiliary equipment
• Individual parts (manufacturing drawings)
• Prepare complete bill of materials for production order
• Generate specifications and define requirements for vendor & purchased equipment
• Participate in project kick-off meetings, design review meetings, factory acceptance tests, attend training and other relevant meetings as necessary
• Create user & service manuals as well as spare parts lists for equipment and production cells
• Provide engineering technical support to other team members throughout the company as necessary
• Assist with the project quoting efforts by providing mechanical engineering labor and material estimates as necessary
• Perform other duties or special projects as required or as assigned by a supervisor

• Associates or Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology – or 5 or more years’ experience in Automation Design
• Highly skilled in Autodesk Inventor or other CAD based modeling software
• Minimum of four years related experience in automation design is required
• High energy and organized individual
• Knowledge of powder compaction markets/applications a plus
• Willing to travel out of local area up to 20%
• Lift up to 25lbs
• Experience-general knowledge w/control systems (prefer Allen-Bradley)
• Experience-general knowledge w/robotics (prefer FANUC)
• Valid driver’s license