Remote Equipment 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.
• 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.

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.

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

The pay range for this position is $40.00 -…