Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Custom Robotics & Automation

Overview

Job Function – Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Custom Robotics & Automation. This full-time, permanent position is onsite in Oak Creek, Wisconsin with minimal travel (approximately 10%). No remote work. W-2 employee with benefits and profit sharing. Salary is competitive, up to $120,000 based on experience. You must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder.

Located in the Oak Creek, Wisconsin area.

• Lead the mechanical design of custom robotic systems from concept to completion, including EOAT, robot risers, guarding, escapements, and complete system layouts in Solid Works.
• Conduct critical reach and payload studies to determine the correct robot sizing and placement, ensuring all cable solutions and end-effector mounting requirements are met.
• Engineer comprehensive pneumatic systems, including valve and manifold selection, filter/regulator sizing, and the creation of detailed pneumatic schematics.
• Produce high-detail manufacturing packages featuring BOMs, weldment callouts, sheet metal drawings with appropriate tolerances, and assembly/installation documents.
• Drive project success through cross-functional leadership, managing vendor negotiations, leading customer kickoff meetings, and conducting internal design reviews with electrical and shop teams.

• 3+ years of Solid Works design experience within the industrial automation or robotics industry is required.
• Robotics integration background proficient in designing End of Arm Tooling (EOAT), robot risers, and performing reach studies (FANUC knowledge preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in an automation/systems integrator environment with a focus on robotics (FANUC knowledge highly preferred).
• Mastery of Solid Works with the ability to create complex assembly drawings, weldments, and system layouts.
• Strong background in pneumatic design and mechanical component selection, including sensors (photo-eyes, prox switches, etc.).
• A "Project Manager" mindset—confidence to lead design reviews and see projects through from sales concept to shop floor handoff.
• Solid work history with stability and professional growth.
• Must be a US citizen or Green Card holder with residence within a 45-minute drive of Oak Creek, WI.

This company emphasizes professional development, offering cross-training in mechanical, electrical, and advanced controls. It supports a dynamic, growth-oriented environment with an employee-first culture and ongoing opportunities for challenging, non-repetitive projects.

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