Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer for our seven-acre greenhouse. This position will be located in Marana, AZ, reporting to the Greenhouse Engineering Lead. This position will serve a vital role performing mechanical design and production of custom automation solutions on a team consisting of electrical engineers, software developers and other mechanical engineers. The equipment developed follows an iterative design-test approach commonly found on prototype equipment and low volume production equipment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate solid mechanical design skills, familiarity with various manufacturing techniques, component selection and a hefty dose of creativity. This position is based on premises with limited opportunity for hybrid work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use Solid Works 3D modeling program to design custom parts to be manufactured via CNC, laser cutting, water jetting, 3D printing, molding, bending etc
• Material selection based on performance, cost, and speed of manufacturability.
• Configure and select components including but not limited to pneumatic air cylinders, servo motors, stepper motors, object detection sensors, fastening hardware and other off the shelf components.
• Create 3D assemblies of automation equipment using components described above
• Test designs for fit, function, operator feedback, and iterate design accordingly.
• Create both assembly drawings and part drawings for manufacturing
• Resolve existing issues with current equipment to improve safety and/or operation

Required Skills/

Experience:

• BS or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related Engineering field from ABET accredited program
• Intermediate level of Solidworks 3D modeling program skill or higher
• High degree of mechanical aptitude, and general knowledge automation equipment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite of tools

Desired Skills/

Experience:

• Conveying equipment or packaging system experience
• Basic familiarity with agriculture or horticulture
• Experience using project tracking tools
• Experience with 3D printing
• 2-5 years of hands on experience troubleshooting automation systems with a holistic approach including mechanical system adjustment, electrical diagnostics, software/HMI manipulation