Electro Mechanical Design Engineer
Listed on 2026-10-24
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Systems Engineer
Critical Materials Group (CMG)
DepartmentChemical Processing
LocationLittleton, Colorado
U.S. Citizenship Required for this PositionYes
Travel5-10%
ScheduleFull-time
SPECIFICJOB DESCRIPTION
CMG is a growth company with an outstanding job opportunity for an experienced Electro-Mechanical Design Engineer. This role will be part of an integrated team focused on the development and scale-up of energetic manufacturing and processing systems, including remote-operated and fully automated production lines. This position will lead the electrical design and integration for processes involving dozens of interconnected stations, robotic subsystems, and a centralized control panel.
This position will report to the Chemical Processing Group Manager and play a critical role in defining and implementing the electrical architecture, documentation, and integration strategy for automated manufacturing systems.
- Lead the design, documentation, and implementation of complex electrical control systems
- Develop and maintain wiring schematics, panel layouts, cable schedules, and component lists using SOLIDWORKS Electrical
- Design and build large control panels and power distribution systems
- Specify and select electrical components, sensors, safety systems, PLCs, HMIs, and communication devices
- Program or assist programming PLCs (Rockwell, Siemens, etc.) and coordinate robot integration efforts
- Generate and maintain comprehensive electrical documentation packages for each system
- Ensure designs meet applicable safety and regulatory standards (e.g., NFPA 79, UL508A, NEC, etc.)
- Collaborate closely with other engineers throughout the design, build, evaluation, and commissioning phases
- Lead electrical troubleshooting and commissioning of robotic and automated systems
- Mentor and supervise junior engineers or technicians
- Mechanical prototype designs of products and systems from simple to complex parts and assemblies in CAD (Preferably SOLIDWORKS)
- Work with energetic material processing and manufacturing technologies
- Participate in project engineering tasks such as report writing, technical presentations, and technical deliverables tracking
- Interface with CMG customers, teammates, and partners in a professional manner
- Must be able to work overtime when necessary to meet mission critical goals and timelines
- Strong experience with electrical schematic capture and control panel design
- Experience in SOLIDWORKS mechanical design
- Experienced in SOLIDWORKS Electrical, or similar
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.)
- Knowledge of machine safety systems and safety circuit design
- Knowledge of robotics, sensors, motor drives, and power distribution
- Hands-on experience with control panel assembly and field wiring
- Strong documentation and organizational skills
- Comfortable leading technical efforts and guiding junior staff
- Ability to troubleshoot and debug electromechanical systems
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong teamwork and leadership capabilities
- Experience with multi-station or large integrated automation systems
- Familiarity with UL/CE requirements for control panels
- Experience in defense, aerospace, or energetic materials industries
- BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of relevant electrical design experience in automation or controls
- Experience designing mechanical systems using SOLIDWORKS
- Must be able to start within 3 weeks of offer
- Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. and work in a lab/test environment
- Must be willing to travel to Texas and other sites for commissioning and testing efforts (5-10%)
- Fast-paced, team-oriented environment where constant iteration, agility, improvement, and innovation is key to team, program, and company success
$97,000-$130,000
BENEFITS- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with matching
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development
- Flexible schedule
Critical Materials Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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