Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Automation

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Custom Automation & Machine Design

Axis leverages the teamwork of our leading engineers and machine builders to conceptualize design integrate and service factory automation systems for forward-thinking manufacturing customers.

Were looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges leading projects and bringing innovative automation concepts to life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design innovative custom automation equipment machine assemblies and tooling using SolidWorks.
• Lead mechanical design efforts from concept through manufacturing assembly testing and customer startup.
• Collaborate with Controls Engineers Machine Builders Project Managers and Manufacturing teams to deliver complete automation solutions.
• Develop robust manufacturable designs while balancing performance reliability cost and ease of assembly.
• Review customer requirements and transform concepts into practical automation solutions.
• Troubleshoot mechanical design challenges during assembly integration and commissioning developing effective long-term solutions.
• Work directly with customers and suppliers to clarify requirements evaluate components and support successful project execution.
• Mentor junior mechanical engineers through technical guidance design reviews and knowledge sharing.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering standards design practices and overall project efficiency.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of mechanical engineering experience in custom automation machine design or industrial equipment.
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software.
• Experience designing custom machinery automation systems or industrial equipment.
• Working knowledge of GD&T manufacturing processes and machine design best practices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams and customers.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for mentoring others and contributing to a collaborative engineering culture.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with robotic integration and automated manufacturing systems.
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems servo-driven mechanisms and motion systems.
• Experience supporting projects through machine build integration and customer startup.
• Previous experience leading projects or mentoring junior engineers.
• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline preferred.

Benefits:

• Exposure to a wide variety of projects across multiple industries.
• Comprehensive benefits package with eligibility immediately upon hire.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for career growth.