Remote Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to design custom automated assembly equipment from concept through completion. In this hands-on role, you will develop equipment concepts, create detailed machine designs, and provide technical leadership throughout the design process to ensure high-performance, safe, and manufacturable automated systems.

Responsibilities

+ Design custom automated assembly machinery using Solid Works, from initial concept through final detailed design.

+ Develop complete mechanical designs, including layouts, assemblies, and detailed component models and drawings.

+ Apply sound mechanical engineering principles to solve complex design and automation challenges.

+ Evaluate and select appropriate mechanical components, subsystems, and materials to meet performance and reliability targets.

+ Ensure all designs comply with performance, safety, quality, and manufacturability requirements.

+ Modify and improve existing machine designs to address unique customer requirements and application-specific needs.

+ Participate in formal and informal design reviews, clearly present design rationale, and incorporate feedback into final designs.

+ Collaborate closely with controls, electrical, manufacturing, and project engineering teams to ensure seamless machine integration.

+ Create accurate, complete engineering documentation, including detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings, within project timelines.

+ Provide technical expertise and independent problem-solving support throughout the design and build process.

+ Troubleshoot mechanical issues in prototypes or existing equipment and implement robust design improvements.

+ Contribute effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment, managing multiple design assignments and priorities.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field is preferred.

+ 6+ years of experience designing automated assembly equipment or special-purpose machinery.

+ 4+ years of hands-on Solid Works design experience, including complex assemblies and detailed component modeling.

+ Strong proficiency with Solid Works for 3D modeling, assemblies, and engineering drawings.

+ Experience creating detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings that clearly communicate design intent.

+ Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, automation systems, and machine components.

+ Proven ability to independently manage complex design assignments with minimal oversight.

+ Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in mechanical and automation applications.

+ Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment and meet demanding project schedules.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

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Experience with automated assembly systems and custom machine design.

+ Background in machine design and build, ideally within an automation-focused company.

+ Exposure to robotics and motion control applications.

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Experience with pneumatic and servo-driven systems.

+ Familiarity with Windchill or other PDM/PLM systems is preferred.

+ Medical device industry experience can supplement PDM/PLM experience and is considered a plus.

+ Ability to lead design efforts, support cross-functional teams, or review and guide others' work.

+ Comfort presenting design concepts and documenting design ownership from initial concept through execution.

Work Environment

This role operates in a dynamic, project-driven engineering environment focused on designing and building custom automated assembly machinery. You will work closely with controls, electrical, manufacturing, and project engineering teams, using Solid Works and PDM/PLM tools such as Windchill to manage designs and documentation. The work involves both office-based design activities and collaboration with shop floor or build teams during machine integration and testing.

The environment emphasizes technical ownership, cross-functional teamwork, and adherence to safety, quality, and manufacturability standards while delivering innovative automation solutions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Houston, TX.

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