Senior Machine Designer

Join SSOE Group as a Senior Machine Designer to lead the detailed design and development of specialized machinery and material handling equipment for manufacturing and industrial clients.

Using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor, you will produce fully coordinated, fabrication‑ready 3D models and detailed 2D construction drawings that integrate mechanical components, structural weldments, and ductwork systems, all compliant with industry codes and fabrication standards.

• Lead detailed mechanical design activities for machine and material handling equipment, including conveyors, lifts, feeders, and customized fabrication weldments.
• Develop and validate 3D CAD models and detailed 2D drawings, ensuring design accuracy, dimensional control, and adherence to company and client standards.
• Collaborate closely with process engineers, controls engineers, and structural designers to integrate automation components, ductwork routing, and equipment foundations into cohesive multidisciplinary design packages.
• Coordinate with project managers to manage design scope, milestones, release cycles, and revision control through formal change‑management boards and document‑control systems.
• Conduct comprehensive design reviews internally and with clients, providing clear technical presentations and incorporating feedback to optimize constructability and performance.
• Prepare and submit technical submittals, vendor RFIs, and evaluate supplier documentation to validate component compliance and manufacturability.
• Support procurement and fabrication teams by developing clear build packages, including bill of materials, welding symbols, assembly instructions, and inspection checklists aligned with quality protocols.
• Participate in site visits during equipment installation and commissioning phases to verify field adherence to design intent, troubleshoot emergent technical issues, and support safe startup procedures.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, including design calculations, revision logs, and correspondence, ensuring traceability and audit readiness.
• Apply rigorous attention to detail to identify and resolve potential design conflicts or safety hazards before fabrication, minimizing downstream risk.
• Engage in continuous process‑improvement initiatives to refine design workflows, implement efficiency gains through 3D modeling best practices, and embed constructability reviews early in the design lifecycle.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior designers and interns, fostering skill development in CAD proficiency, industry codes, and equipment design fundamentals.
• Assist in estimating labor and material quantities to support project budgeting and scheduling efforts, maintaining cost‑effectiveness without compromising quality or compliance.
• Utilize AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor automation features and scripting to accelerate repetitive design tasks and improve overall design throughput.

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in mechanical design with specific expertise in machine design and material handling equipment for manufacturing or industrial facilities.
• Proficient, demonstrable advanced skills in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor for 3D modeling and detailed mechanical drafting.
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical fabrication, welding standards (AWS D1.1), and structural steel material specifications (ASTM A6).
• Experience integrating ductwork systems, designing automation components, and fabrication weldments into machine designs.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively in verbal and written form with project teams, clients, and contractors.
• Demonstrated adherence to quality assurance/control protocols and change‑management procedures within EPC or design‑firm environments.
• Experience working in cross‑functional teams involving project managers, discipline leads, and external stakeholders throughout all project phases from pre‑design through construction administration and startup.
• Salary Range: $90,000 – $100,000 per year, dependent on location, education, experience, and related certifications.
• Benefits include health, dental, and vision…