Mechanical Design Engineer

SET Automation is first-class team of passionate individuals creating innovative industrial automation solutions. Our vision is to glorify God by providing quality, cutting‑edge custom systems and machines, while simultaneously valuing and inspiring our employees, customers, and community. If you highly value creative collaboration, hustle, integrity, faith and generosity, and having fun as a family, then SET Automation could be your door to a thriving and meaningful career.

• Design, build, debug, and install custom automation equipment
• Understand customer requirements and quoted machine concept to define and follow project scope, schedule, and deliverables
• Perform sizing calculations as needed and select major off‑the‑shelf automation components, including robots, pneumatics, linear actuators, servo motors, sensors, etc.
• Design and detail a wide range of custom machined and fabricated components including small machined parts, large plates, sheet metal, and weldments
• Create mechanical assemblies and layouts using 3D and 2D CAD to fully mechanically design automation cells and aid team members in understanding machine function and assembly
• Communicate and collaborate with electrical and controls engineering team, machine build, panel build, and electricians through project lifecycle
• Create and maintain Bill of Materials and other documentation for procurement
• Manage receipt of parts and organize build phase of projects
• Size, program, and integrate robotics
• Assist with project documentation and machine manuals
• Understand and assure compliance with applicable industry safety standards
• Lead equipment deployment and support service at customer sites. Some travel is expected
• Interact with customers to discuss project schedule and requirements, present designs for review, and provide training and post‑installation support
• Support applications and sales team with concepting and quoting future projects
• Participate in SET Automation best practices for design, processes, and project management

• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience
• Proficiency in CAD; SOLIDWORKS and AutoCAD preferred
• Understanding of mechanical engineering and machine design principles and GD&T
• Experience with robotics;
  Yaskawa and Fanuc preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent time management and communication skills
• Travel flexibility for occasional equipment deployment and service at customer sites

• Competitive salary $85k+ based on experience.
• Health and dental insurance, vision and life insurance available
• Paid time off and holidays
• Friendly and collaborative work environment

SERIOUS CANDIDATES ONLY. In order to be considered, please send an email to with your resume and a short cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience for the role. Please place "Senior Mechanical Engineer –
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