Design Engineer

You will play a key role in designing and improving custom industrial equipment used in demanding manufacturing and processing environments, while collaborating closely with engineering, manufacturing, vendors, and customers to develop practical, high-performance solutions., Equipment Design & Engineering

• Design custom industrial process equipment and mechanical systems using SolidWorks and other 3D CAD tools
• Create detailed assemblies, fabrication drawings, machining prints, and bills of materials
• Perform engineering calculations related to horsepower requirements, torque, shaft loading, bearings, drives, and rotating equipment performance
• Design mechanical systems including shafts, bearings, gearboxes, couplings, chain drives, seals, and power transmission components
• Develop manufacturing-ready drawings including GD&T, tolerances, weldment details, and assembly requirements
• Support redesign, modernization, and reverse engineering projects for existing equipment
• Assist with equipment selection and configuration based on customer applications
• Work closely with fabrication and assembly teams to ensure designs are practical, manufacturable, and serviceable

Product Testing & Troubleshooting

• Develop and support testing procedures for industrial process equipment
• Participate in equipment assembly reviews, pilot testing, troubleshooting, and startup activities
• Provide hands-on support during fabrication, assembly, and commissioning
• Analyze equipment performance and recommend improvements for reliability, throughput, efficiency, and maintainability
• Support prototype development and continuous product improvement initiatives

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and manufacturing efficiency
• Standardize components and design practices where appropriate
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities
• Support new product development and innovation efforts

Project Coordination & Customer Support

• Collaborate with customers, vendors, manufacturing teams, and internal stakeholders
• Provide technical support to sales and applications teams
• Coordinate with suppliers on fabricated and purchased components
• Support equipment commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting activities
• Occasional travel to customer and vendor sites as needed

Do you have experience in Power transmission systems?, * Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent industry experience

• 5+ years of experience designing industrial machinery, rotating equipment, or custom OEM equipment
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD
• Strong understanding of rotating equipment and power transmission systems including:
• Bearings
• Shafts
• Gearboxes
• Couplings
• Seals
• Drive systems
• Experience with weldments, structural steel, fabricated machinery, and manufacturing environments
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, tolerances, fabrication drawings, and machining prints
• Understanding of machining, fabrication, assembly, and design for manufacturability principles
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Preferred

• Experience with industrial mixers, blenders, mills, dryers, or bulk material handling equipment
• Experience supporting fabrication, assembly, testing, and equipment startup
• Familiarity with vacuum systems, thermal transfer systems, sealing arrangements, or inert gas systems
• Exposure to industrial controls and automation
• ASME code or pressure vessel experience

Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance, * 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance