Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer (Automation/Critical Design/Solid Works)

Are you a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, build-focused environment? Do you enjoy solving complex problems, owning designs end-to-end, and seeing your work come to life on the shop floor?

Aero Spec is seeking a senior-level design engineer with strong critical thinking and system-level design capability to support custom automation projects across medical, automotive, and semiconductor industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems, assemblies, and components using Solid Works
• Create and review detailed drawings with strong focus on manufacturability and tolerance stack-up
• Own designs from concept → build → debug → commissioning
• Identify design risks, failure modes, and improvement opportunities
• Integrate automation components (robotics, pneumatics, sensors, vision systems, material handling)
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and machine shop teams to meet project goals
• Support build, troubleshooting, and system integration on the shop floor
• Mentor junior designers and provide technical guidance

Requirements

• 10+ years of mechanical design experience (automation or complex equipment preferred)
• Strong proficiency in Solid Works (3D modeling, assemblies, drawings)
• Experience with:
  • Precision machined parts
  • Tooling and fixturing
  • Weldments and sheet metal
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and machine shop practices
• Ability to design and analyze complex mechanical systems
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Able to manage priorities and meet project schedules

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on background (machining, fabrication, or machine build)
• Experience with PDM/EDM systems
• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum environments
• Previous leadership or mentoring experience

Why Aero Spec

• Work on custom automation systems across multiple high-tech industries
• Highly hands-on, collaborative engineering environment
• Opportunity to own designs and see them built in real time
• Strong growth potential and exposure to a wide variety of technologies

Benefits:

• Excellent growth and promotion opportunities
• Competitive wages, DOE
• Comprehensive benefits package with 100% paid medical, dental, vision, STD & Life and voluntary benefits
• 401k with company match
• Training opportunities

Apply today if you're ready to move beyond CAD and take ownership of real-world engineering solutions.