Mechanical Design Engineer | Custom Hydraulic Machinery

French® is an ISO-certified, 4th generation family‑owned U. S. company that custom designs, manufactures and supports hydraulic press systems for molding rubber and composite materials, screw presses for synthetic rubber processing and for the separation of liquids from solids, and oilseed equipment used to extract vegetable oil from seeds and nuts, and to produce biofuels.

For over 120 years we have partnered with our stakeholders, in over 80 countries worldwide, to provide products with superior value and superior service that improve our customers’ productivity and reduce their overall production costs.

Join a team that designs and builds one‑of‑a‑kind hydraulic press systems used in advanced manufacturing applications. As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you’ll take ideas from concept to completion — developing complex mechanical systems involving hydraulics, pneumatics, and automation.

You’ll collaborate closely with electrical, controls, and manufacturing teams to create efficient, reliable machinery that meets customer needs. This is a hands‑on, visible engineering role with opportunities to see your designs come to life on the production floor and in the field.

• Design and develop custom heavy‑duty industrial machinery, including hydraulic presses and automated subsystems.
• Create accurate 3D models, detailed manufacturing drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs) using Solid Works.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams — sales, manufacturing, and customer service — throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct engineering analyses (stress, load, and safety calculations) to ensure robust design performance.
• Optimize designs for cost, performance, and manufacturability.
• Support prototype builds, testing, and field startup.
• Maintain compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Travel occasionally (up to 5%) for customer or supplier site visits (typically 1–7 days).

• 5+ years of experience in custom machinery design — preferably hydraulic or automated equipment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in Solid Works.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, mechanical design principles, and applied engineering calculations.
• Knowledge of automation, process systems, or motion control is a plus.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality standards.

French Oil Mill Machinery Co. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

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