Mechanical Engineer

Palmetto, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 21-09-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full-time

Description

Mechanical Engineer

Are you a skilled Mechanical Engineer with a passion for designing innovative products Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your expertise directly impacts customer satisfaction Inline Filling Systems (IFS) is looking for a talented Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team and contribute to the design development and implementation of cutting-edge liquid filling capping and labeling machinery right here in Florida!

At IFS we dont just build machines; we create world-class application-specific and robust systems for our customers across major industries. Were all about purposeful innovation eliminating complexity and providing superior technology that enhances the customer experience. Our team uses engineering excellence and operational expertise to create truly first-in-class products.

What Youll Do

As a Mechanical Engineer at IFS will collaborate with teams inside IFS to develop innovative solutions that advance product lines through enhanced controls safety and efficiency. The Mechanical Engineer develops new and existing equipment designs through innovation peer review and best practices in engineering. The Mechanical Engineer will oversee the product development timeline and review change requests from customer service manufacturing and sales.

Youll be a key player in:

Innovating & Designing: Developing and refining mechanical designs for liquid filling capping and labeling equipment integrating electro-mechanical and pneumatic systems. This includes both sustaining existing product lines and contributing to cutting-edge R&D.
Project Leadership: Overseeing product development timelines managing change requests and ensuring seamless execution from design to fabrication. Youll work closely with third-party vendors and internal teams like production quality and manufacturing to solve problems and drive continuous improvement.
Technical Analysis: Performing critical calculations (e.g. fluid flow energy analysis) conducting FMECA and FEA reviews and validating designs to meet precise specifications and safety standards.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Partnering with sales controls engineers machinists and assembly teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure customer satisfaction throughout the entire build test and install process.
Specializing: Gaining deep expertise in liquid filling methodologies cap application labeling and the complex kinematics of bottling lines. Youll also integrate servo and robotic applications into new initiatives.
Team Driven: Assist Technical Writer and Customer Service to provide operator information and assist with solutions of any issues a customer may have.

What We Value

Were a devoted team committed to making a positive impact for our customers and in our community. We believe in:

Purposeful Innovation: Creating superior technology by eliminating complex designs.

Leadership in Service: Taking care of each other and our stakeholders above all else.

Engineering Excellence: Delivering first-in-class products through expertise and collaboration.

What Youll Bring

Required Skills & Abilities:

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.

Proficiency in CAD software specifically AutoCAD (2024) and Inventor (2024) including Vault experience.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Outstanding organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Ability to work closely with internal departments and external vendors

Work independently under limited supervision

Education & Experience:

Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering is required.

Related experience in mechanical design within industrial automation or packaging machinery prefered.

Demonstrated experience with pneumatic and servo motion control systems.

Experience in fluid dynamics is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer.

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Ability to access and inspect all areas of machinery.

The above job description is general and management may assign other duties

Why Join IFS

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where your contributions are highly valued. At Inline Filling Systems youll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and make a tangible impact on our success.

Benefits:

401(k) with company matching
Dental Insurance
Flexible Schedule
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance

Employment Information

Inline Filling Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We believe in providing a fair and equitable employment environment for all individuals. All employees are responsible for upholding our commitment to equal opportunity and diversity. We prohibit discrimination based on race color creed religion national origin ancestry age disability sex sexual orientation and any other status protected by applicable federal or Florida state law.

Inline Filling Systems is a division of the Middleby Corporation.

Full-timeDescriptionMechanical EngineerAre you a skilled Mechanical Engineer with a passion for designing innovative products Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your expertise directly impacts customer satisfaction Inline Filling Systems (IFS) is looking for a talented Mechanical Engine...