Mechanical Design Engineer - Fixtures, Automation & Test

• Estimate costs and effort for: new product launches, continuous improvement, and expansions within existing product lines
• Lead launches for new product families and manage multi-department projects
• Serve as technical lead and mentor less-experienced Engineers
• Collaborate with Controls & Instrumentation, Software Controls, Product, Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and Calibration teams
• Interface with customer engineers and visit customer sites when needed
• Design, implement, and sustain:
• Automotive test fixtures and advanced component testers
• Pneumatic/hydraulic presses and testers, including fixturing and controls
• Collaborative/industrial robotics and automation projects
• Motion control systems and safety for pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical designs
• Standards and architectures for electrical/mechanical designs and pneumatic/hydraulic schematics
• Project management and preventive/predictive maintenance documentation
• Evaluate equipment condition to recommend repairs, redesigns, or rebuilds

Do you have experience in Technical writing within manufacturing?, * Bachelor’s or advanced Engineering degree; or 8-11 years equivalent experience

• CAD proficiency: Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA; strong GD&T and 2D/3D skills
• 3D assembly simulation and FEA capability
• PLM experience across the product lifecycle
• DFM principles and sound material selection (metals and plastics)
• Prototype development and validation
• Deep knowledge of mechanical systems and structural analysis for integrity and safety
• Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical concepts
• Automation and robotic cell design experience
• Comfort deciphering equipment operation with minimal documentation
• Clear communicator with a Lean, continuous-improvement mindset
• Organized project manager; strong technical writing and documentation
• Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, You should be proficient in: Mechanical Design & Engineering

Pulled from the full job description

• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for advancement, * An engaging work environment
• Opportunities for advancement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive pay (we pay weekly!)
• Comprehensive benefits & 401(k) match
• Generous PTO-and more

Since 1955, our family-owned company has specialized in automotive, off-road, industrial, and racing powertrain products: torque converters, transmissions (automatic, manual, hybrid), and transfer case assemblies. With almost 1,000,000 square feet of operations and 1,000+ team members, we deliver turnkey solutions from engineering and full machining through assembly and dynamometer testing for aftermarket and OE customers.