Senior Mechanical Design Engineer who will take full ownership of the mechanical design and engineering aspects for a range of machinery and tooling projects, spanning from small-scale R&D initiatives to large-scale production equipment. This role involves collaborating closely with customers to define project requirements and specifications. The engineer will work within an interdisciplinary team to deliver well-integrated, functional automation solutions.
HTG builds custom sensor systems, automated machinery, testing equipment, and specialized systems for a variety of industries, including but not limited to Medical/Life Sciences, Automotive, Industrial, Military Systems, and Government Research and Development.
Duties/Responsibilities:- Lead the design of custom automated machinery and tooling systems, mechanisms, and components.
- Drive the continuous improvement of design processes, implementing best practices and industry standards.
- Integrate both off-the-shelf and custom automation technologies, including robotics, actuation systems, sensors, vision systems, and other peripherals.
- Ensure projects meet budget and timeline constraints by coordinating progress with project managers and key stakeholders.
- Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings for custom designs.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to fellow engineers, including reviewing, approving, and guiding their design work.
- Offer ongoing support to the production team during the build and commissioning phases, ensuring designs are executed effectively.
- When necessary, build and test prototypes to validate designs before finalization.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless integration of controls and software with the mechanical systems.
- Manage relationships with external suppliers, coordinating procurement of components and materials.
- Work directly with customers to refine project requirements and ensure alignment on design specifications.
- Provide on-site support for equipment deployment and troubleshooting as required
Experience:- Proven expertise in automation and custom machine design, with a strong track record of successful project delivery.
- Ability to select and specify components such as actuators, sensors, vision systems, precision motion transport systems and other automation peripherals.
- Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks Software for mechanical design.
- In-depth knowledge of engineering drawings, tolerances, and manufacturing specifications.
- Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and Y14.5M-2009 standards.
- Extensive experience with materials and fabrication techniques, including machining and welding.
- Familiarity with controls and software integration concepts.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a keen ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and automation issues.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- 8+ years of experience designing custom automated equipment.
- Proficient in specifying and troubleshooting pneumatic and hydraulic components.
- General familiarity with automation controls - ex., PLC's, HMI's, sensor systems, machine vision, motion control and safety systems.
- Expertise in designing and engineering fixtures, jigs, and other tooling.
Preferred Experience:- Bachelor's or advanced degree in an engineering discipline.
- 10+ years of experience in mechanical design within industrial automation or machine building environments.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar project management certification is preferred.
- Knowledge of CE, NFPA 79, and SEMI S8 standards and compliance requirements.
- Direct experience troubleshooting automated equipment and systems.
Physical Requirements: - Duties are performed both indoors and outdoors.
- Candidate must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Duties will also require extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling and lifting light to moderately heavy objects.
This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. Non-US citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Vetting Risk Operations Center (VROC), handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. Security clearance factors include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the US, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, and drug involvement.
