Mechanical Project Engineer

Mechanical Project Engineer

Company: Link Engineering Company

Location: Plymouth, Michigan

Link Engineering Company (LINK) is a premier designer and manufacturer of precision test equipment, specializing in customized solutions for the automotive, aviation, off‑highway, rail, and civil engineering industries. Founded in 1935, our family‑owned company values long‑term relationships with customers and employees, and offers constant opportunities for learning and skill development.

• Design industrial test equipment and machines for the transportation industry.
• Act as lead engineer on custom engineered projects.
• Design complete test systems, integrating multiple subsystems.
• Check detailed designs and drawings of other projects within the engineering department.
• Perform preliminary design and development drawings and specifications to support equipment and tooling modifications that improve safety and reliability.
• Conceptualize and design test equipment/machines from customer specifications.
• Conduct feasibility studies, perform analytical modeling, and create or modify drawings, bills of materials, and product manuals.
• Meet cost, manufacturing, and milestone targets for products designed and developed.
• Work with engineers, technicians, and program managers to obtain and/or define system requirements and specifications.
• Serve as a primary technical resource for assigned new and existing products and equipment.
• Maintain proper documentation related to products and projects.
• Correspond and interface with customers and vendors.
• Ensure work is performed safely using available safety equipment.
• All other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience in equipment or machine design.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in design of complex assemblies and automation components.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with Autodesk Inventor, Solid Works, or a similar 3‑D CAD system.

• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Demonstrated competence in the design of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, supervisors, and employees.
• Ability to prepare complex written reports and other documentation.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.

• Ability to walk, speak, see (with corrective lenses), hear, and lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, reach, and perform manual dexterity tasks.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as required.
• Ability to travel up to 10% domestically.

LINK is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer;
Minorities, Females, Veterans, Disabled. VEVRRA Federal Contractor. LINK is an E‑Verify employer.