Design Engineer

KMA Human Resources Consulting • Gorham, ME

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Marca Technologies, a division of Spartek, is seeking a Design Engineer, to be based On-Site in the Gorham Maine facility. The Design Engineer should have a passion for automation and robotics and want to push boundaries and build next-gen solutions right here in Gorham, Maine.

Marca Technologies, founded in 1864 as Knowlton Machine, has been a legacy of industrial excellence. From developing cutting-edge pioneering turbine water wheels to revolutionizing vacuum metalizing technologies, their rich history is built on innovation and precision. Today, as part of Spartek, Inc., a global leader in manufacturing solutions, Marca continues to push boundaries in manufacturing, combining advanced technology with in-house expertise to deliver unmatched results.

At Marca Technologies, they pride themselves on being a trusted manufacturing partner, providing tailored solutions that drive our customers’ efficiency, quality, and business growth.
KMA Human Resources Consulting has been engaged to manage this search. NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASE

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related field
• SOLID WORKS
• Experience with robotics, motion systems, or automated machinery (industrial robots, conveyors, actuators, PLC-driven systems, etc.)
• Proficiency in 3D CAD
• Experience with Mastercam
• A creative engineering mindset with the ability to turn concepts into real, robust solutions
• Strong teamwork and communication skills—your ideas matter, and so does how you share them
• Flexibility to support equipment in house as well as design.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and refine automated systems and robotic equipment for advanced manufacturing applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—controls, mechanical, electrical, and production—to bring creative engineering concepts to life
• Prototype and iterate on new mechanisms, assemblies, and tooling that improve performance and throughput
• Dive into continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to automate processes and reduce bottlenecks
• Support equipment commissioning, system troubleshooting, and optimization on the production floor
• Work hands-on with emerging technologies and cutting-edge automation platforms
• Be part of a forward-thinking engineering culture that encourages experimentation and ingenuity
• Work on high-impact projects in a growing company investing heavily in automation

Benefits

• Salary depends on experience.
• On-Site, Monday – Friday 7am – 3:30pm
• Health, Dental
• HRA
• Long Term/Short Term, Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off based on accrual
• Paid Holidays including Christmas and New Years Eve
• Employee appreciation: lunches, pizza and donuts as well as Christmas gifts for employees
• Easy to get to any location, just a few miles from I95.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level