Senior Mechanical Engineer- Industrial Automation

Daniels Health is transforming healthcare waste management through innovation, safety, and sustainability. With operations across the USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and the UK, we are recognized as a global leader committed to making healthcare safer.

As we expand one of the largest healthcare waste service networks in North America and accelerate our global growth agenda, we’re investing heavily in automation, engineering, and advanced technology.

We’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer excited to design, build, and optimize the next generation of automated systems powering this growth. This is a hybrid role. Travel will be required throughout the USA and Canada and some other overseas locations. Travel to Taylor, Michigan will be required for Induction training.

• Design mechanical systems, assemblies, and automated equipment for high‑throughput medical waste processing
• Develop EOAT, fixtures, and robotic interfaces for integrated automation lines
• Run motion studies, FEA, tolerance analysis, and validate mechanical performance
• Support equipment builds, commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with robotics, controls, electrical, and software teams
• Drive improvements in safety, reliability, sustainability, and throughput

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline
• 8+ years’ experience in automation, robotics integration, or industrial machinery design
• Strong CAD skills (Solid Works, Inventor, Creo, etc.)
• Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, power transmission, safety components, and EOAT
• Familiarity with robots like FANUC, ABB, KUKA, or Hyundai
• A mindset for problem‑solving, collaboration, and continuous improvement

The pay range for this position is $125,397 to $141,395 salary. Actual compensation within this range will depend on factors unique to each candidate, such as prior experience, skill, certifications, and work location. Pay variations by location reflect local conditions and differences in the cost of labor.

At Daniels Health, we are committed to supporting our employees’ well‑being, work‑life balance, and career growth through a comprehensive benefit package. Eligible employees enjoy benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans with company match contributions, paid vacation and sick time, wellness resources, life insurance, and professional development opportunities.