Mechanical Design Engineer

Design, build and deploy automated systems for use in a production and manufacturing environment. You will collaborate with departmental and corporate leadership to determine existing automation capabilities and future opportunities, creating detailed project road maps for automation projects that support our business objectives. Our ideal candidate has at least a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with experience with electrical, electro-mechanical and control systems hardware.

• Support existing automation technology with component and process upgrades
• Write detailed automation and equipment specifications to drive the vendor RFP, selection, and validation process
• Work with a team to enhance and update existing equipment.
• Visit vendors and attend tradeshows to stay current on automation technology
• Ensure automation technology and best practices are leveraged across multiple sites
• Support design and manufacturing engineering teams in improving product designs and processes for automation

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics engineering or equivalent experience
• 3 - 5 years of experience in process automation or related role, including project management
• Experience in manufacturing and machine design
• Experience with automation components/controls, PLC's / HMI's, robotics, sensors and vision inspection
• Experience leading high value capital projects to drive process improvement and meet operational goals
• Experience with the design and implementation of automated manufacturing process equipment
• Experience with controllers, sensors and actuators