Senior Design Engineer

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We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Design Engineer to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in maintaining, troubleshooting, and enhancing our automated and semi-automated equipment, ensuring we consistently meet production, quality, and safety standards. Beyond your technical contributions, you will also take on supervisory responsibilities, guiding and mentoring junior team members.



Job Summary

The Senior Design Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and improvement of our automated and semi-automated production equipment. This role requires a strong technical background in mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, coupled with proven leadership abilities to oversee projects and provide mentorship within the engineering department.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead and execute special projects, including the design and fabrication of production equipment (automated and semi-automated assembly and secondary machines), material selection, and tooling requirements.
• Evaluate and optimize existing mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to significantly improve yield and throughput.
• Develop and implement innovative mechanical/electromechanical fixtures and machines by meticulously analyzing customer requirements.
• Collaborate extensively with Quality and Process Engineers, and other cross-functional departments, to gather all necessary requirements for detailed scopes for new equipment procurement.
• Ensure system and product quality by meticulously confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
• Maintain equipment operational efficiency by coordinating maintenance and repair services, strictly adhering to manufacturer's instructions and established procedures, and requesting specialized services as needed.
• Accurately estimate tooling costs from the initial design phase through fabrication.
• Coordinate effectively with machine vendors throughout the entire project lifecycle, from concept and design to fabrication, runoff, and equipment setup.
• Uphold strict adherence to Company policies and procedures, safety and environmental standards, and excellent housekeeping practices.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and repair support to the maintenance team for production equipment.
• Supervise and mentor design engineers, providing technical guidance, reviewing designs, and fostering their professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of experience and education (preferred).
• Advanced 3D Design capability, preferably with Autodesk Inventor 2024, with a minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in designing and maintaining automated assembly machines (e.g., Swanson, Bodine, or similar carousel-type assembly machines).
• Minimum of 5yrs of Supervisory Experience.
• In-depth knowledge of hydraulic systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of pneumatic systems.
• Exceptional ability to interpret all types of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage and complete projects from inception to completion.
• Proficiency in following and understanding PLC code.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, capable of conveying complex technical information clearly.
• Excellent organizational and computer skills.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams.
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet specified deadlines.

• Must submit to and pass a drug test pursuant to Company Drug-Free Workplace Policy which includes random testing.
• Must have good vision (may be corrected).
• Must be able to communicate written and verbally.
• Must be able to stand/walk/sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to travel.
• Must have…