Design Engineer

Invio Automation is an Industry 4.0 automation leader that serves a variety of high-growth end-markets including medical devices & life science, renewable energy, mobility, logistics & fulfillment, and heavy industry. Our Automation Solutions and Automation Technologies divisions work together to deliver Factory of the Future consulting and mission critical R&D pre-validation services that pave the way for a comprehensive suite of automation solutions where accuracy, efficiency, and precision are essential for success.

With nine locations across North America and a global network of collaborative partners, Invio Automation’s geographic footprint provides customers with a presence in key markets where local service and support are valued.

Invio Automation’s Solutions division specializes in single station robotic cells, multi-station fabrication & assembly lines, bonding & welding technologies, vision systems, and packaging process. Application capabilities within our Solutions division include thermal bonding, web handling, force plotting, heat staking, high viscosity pumps, precision dispensing, impulse bag sealing, and needle bending. Invio Automation’s Technologies division includes highly differentiated Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) for heavyweight applications, turnkey assembly lines, welding automation, and custom lift-assist & secure tools for safety critical applications.

Our design team works with the largest companies in the world to transform how things are made. Having a passion for examining “the way it’s always been done” and seeking out a new and better way is a leadership trait we value. This role requires the application of engineering theories and related knowledge to design industrial ergonomic systems and automated tooling.

Design Engineers must possess a working knowledge of mechanical principles and an understanding of 3D models, layout drawings, and engineering specifications. Design Engineers require the ability to work independently and at times manage small-scaled projects from start to finish.

• Design complex welding and machining holding fixtures, robotic welding cells, special machines, and related jigs, dies, and fixtures
• Complete 3D designs and assemblies for a variety of complex applications
• Review 3D models for safety concerns, accuracy, and completion
• Work concurrently on one or more projects of moderately complex scope
• Create 2D detail prints, field sketches and layouts as assigned
• Confer with engineering and shop personnel to resolve design problems related to material characteristics, dimensional tolerances, service requirements, manufacturing procedures, and cost.
• Applies algebraic and geometric formulas and standard tool engineering data to develop tool configuration.
• Selects standard items such as bushings, clamps, shims, hydraulic components, electrical controls, and locating devices to incorporate into tool design.
• Pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical design experience preferred.
• Robotic integration experience preferred.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be professional, proactive and positive, with internal and external customers and coworkers. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of Creo and/or Solid Works software required.
• Knowledge of MS Office and/or Google Suite preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical principles, understanding of 3D models, layout drawings and engineering specifications
• Must be able to apply engineering theories and related knowledge to design industrial ergonomic systems and automated tooling
• Must be able to successfully communicate with internal and external customers who come from a broad spectrum of disciplines
• Must be able to learn, understand and apply new techniques and technologies
• Must possess planning and organizational skills
• Must be detail-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to work with limited direction.
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