Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Engineer – Medical & Life Sciences | Automation

We’re hiring a Mechanical Engineer to join our Medical & Life Sciences Automation team! This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys designing custom automation equipment and working on complex, high-impact projects in a collaborative environment.

You’ll play a key role in designing, developing, and supporting innovative automated systems used in regulated industries like medical devices, biotech, and pharmaceuticals.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Design and develop custom automated equipment and machinery
• Create 3D and 2D CAD models (Solid Works preferred)
• Design sub-systems and stations that integrate into larger automation platforms
• Partner with Controls Engineers to define automation sequences and safety systems
• Perform tolerance analysis to ensure system accuracy and performance
• Develop concept models for footprints, motion ranges, and operator interfaces
• Produce full engineering documentation packages:
• Fabrication drawings
• Bills of Materials (multi-level BOMs)
• Support risk assessments, safety reviews, and GAMP documentation
• Collaborate with suppliers for component selection and sourcing
• Support build, debug, testing, and proof-of-principle activities
• Mentor junior engineers and support best engineering practices

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related)
• 3+ years of mechanical design experience
• Strong experience with:
• Solid Works (3D CAD)
• AutoCAD or Draft Sight (2D CAD)
• GD&T
• Knowledge of:
• Manufacturing processes & materials
• Pneumatics and pneumatic schematics
• BOM creation and engineering documentation
• Ability to perform engineering calculations:
• Structural
• Kinematics
• Dynamics
• Familiarity with:
• FEA (Solid Works Simulation preferred)
• Machine safety standards
• Supplier collaboration and sourcing
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

Nice to Have:

• Experience with:
• GAMP documentation
• ISO 9001:2015
• MathCAD
• ERP/MRP systems
• PDM software (Solid Works EPDM)
• PE license is a plus

Why Join us?

✨ Work on cutting-edge automation for medical and life science applications

🤝 Highly collaborative engineering environment

📈 Strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement

🌍 Occasional domestic & international travel opportunities

🛠 Hands-on projects from concept through build and validation