Mechanical Design Engineer

ATC Automation • $75K — $90K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in custom automation design.
  • High mechanical aptitude with exposure to automated systems preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Experience with SolidWorks or 3D CAD preferred.
  • Knowledge of layout, machining, and assembly required.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with applications engineering and customers on project specifications.
  • Develop comprehensive machine models using SolidWorks.
  • Select appropriate materials and components for designs.
  • Present design concepts during customer review meetings.
  • Create detailed dimensional and assembly drawings including bills of materials.
  • Support machine debugging and tryout phases.
  • Maintain budget awareness throughout project execution.
  • Travel occasionally, with a valid driver's license required.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Life Insurance coverage.
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
  • Paid Time Off to promote work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Mechanical Design Engineer in Cookeville, TN to create and support custom automation equipment. A Mechanical Design Engineer creates 3D designs and detail drawings of automated assembly and test equipment starting from application concepts and customer specifications. This position requires a high mechanical aptitude to design world class automation with a high level of proficiency. Enjoy a dynamic role with constant variety and challenge-no two machine designs are ever the same. With ATC you will work in a unique team environment. Our team members desire to deliver exceptional projects within budget and schedule while ensuring customer satisfaction. This is an onsite, full-time position with the opportunity of professional growth across our corporate organization. This position is located at our Cookeville, TN location and reports directly to the Business Unit Manager. You can enjoy great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, and Paid Time Off. If you are passionate about driving automation solutions and eager to make a tangible impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your talents. How You'll Contribute • Align with applications engineering and customers on the scope of work and specifications. • Create full machine models using SolidWorks. • Specifying proper materials and components for the application. • Presenting of concepts and designs at customer review meetings. • Create dimensional drawings and assembly drawings including a bill of materials. • Support debug and machine tryout. • Staying risk aware and work within a project budget. • Occasional travel and valid driver's license are required. Basic Requirements • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing and Engineering Technology or related field is preferred. • Minimum 4 years of custom automation design experience. • Possess a high mechanical aptitude. Exposure to automated systems is preferred. • Desire to learn and need to contribute to team success. • Possess good written and verbal communication skills. • Work well independently as well as cohesively within a team. • Exposure to 3D CAD, Solidworks is preferred. • Require knowledge of layout, machining and assembly. Physical Demands: • Stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to floor. • Exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally. • Exert 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently. • Exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. • VISUAL ACUITY: Near acuity with or without accommodation. • HEARING Ability: Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose. Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. This job description is subject to change but will remain in effect until superseded or canceled in writing by Human Resources.

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