Mechanical Design Engineer
Koch Enterprises Family of Companies•Caledonia, MI
•$85,000 - $115,000•Onsite
About The Position
Koch Finishing Systems is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our engineering team near Grand Rapids, Michigan. We design and build custom automated finishing systems used for cleaning, stripping, electroplating, coating, and conversion coating across a wide range of industries. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex, real-world automation challenges and seeing designs come to life on the shop floor.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design for custom automated machinery, capital equipment, or special machine design
- Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, or similar)
- Strong working knowledge of mechanical systems, including pneumatics, hydraulics, servo/precision motion, and sheet metal or weldment design
- Experience with GD&T and detailed mechanical drawings (DFM/DFA)
- Understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, and assembly
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or within a team
Nice To Haves
- PLM/PDM experience a plus
Responsibilities
- Design and engineer custom automated machinery (capital equipment) to meet customer specifications and quality standards
- Develop detailed 3D models, assemblies, and production drawings using CAD software (SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, or similar)
- Collaborate with controls engineers, project managers, and fabrication teams to deliver integrated automated systems
- Manage mechanical design from concept through fabrication, installation, and commissioning
- Troubleshoot and resolve design issues during fabrication and commissioning
- Evaluate customer requirements, budgets, and timelines to develop effective machine design solutions
- Participate in customer-facing concept and design reviews
- Support project scheduling and execution with the Project Management team
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Occasional travel for customer visits, installation, and commissioning support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
