Equipment Design Engineer

Job Title:

Mechanical/Equipment Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of custom automated equipment and machinery. This position will be responsible for mechanical design, equipment development, component selection, fabrication support, and assisting with equipment startup and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs for automated equipment, machinery, and production systems.
• Create 3D models, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Design components including machine frames, weldments, sheet metal, and machined parts.
• Perform tolerance analysis, engineering calculations, and design reviews.
• Select mechanical components, actuators, and motion‑control hardware.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Work directly with fabrication, machining, assembly, and engineering teams.
• Support equipment builds, troubleshooting, testing, and startup.
• Assist with the mechanical integration of robotic systems and tooling.
• Incorporate manufacturability, reliability, cost, and machine safety into designs.
• Provide engineering support for equipment after implementation.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred, or equivalent technical experience.
• 5+ years of mechanical design experience with machinery, automation, electro‑mechanical equipment, or similar systems.
• Strong experience with 3D CAD, preferably Solid Works.
• Strong understanding of machine design and manufacturing processes.
• Experience designing weldments, sheet metal, and machined components.
• Experience with mechanical component selection and BOM development.
• Knowledge of motion‑control components and industrial automation.
• Experience supporting equipment from design through build and startup.
• Ability to manage multiple engineering projects in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with industrial robotics, including FANUC or similar systems.
• Experience with end‑of‑arm tooling (EOAT).
• Experience with PDM/document‑control systems.
• Knowledge of machine safety and guarding.
• Understanding of DFMA.
• Experience with engineering change control.
• Experience with equipment commissioning and validation.

Work Environment

The work environment consists of both office and plant settings, involving tasks such as keyboarding, lifting, standing, bending, and walking. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This role offers the opportunity to own the mechanical design of automated machinery and capital equipment from concept through production, with hands‑on experience from Solid Works to fabrication, assembly, commissioning, and actual use on the manufacturing floor.

Collaboration with technicians and manufacturing teams, and working with automation, robotics, FANUC systems, motion‑control components, and custom machine design are key aspects of the position.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Savannah, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $60.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan…