Mechanical Design Engineer

Advantage Industrial Automation • Bristol, RI

8d • $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Orbit Motion Systems is looking for a mechanical design engineer with experience in machine and subassembly design. As a specialty machine builder, we focus on automating manufacturing tasks in the fields of packaging and food and beverage industries. Using robotic technologies and motion programming competencies, we are able to build automatic equipment to support our customers. With a focus on machine design and end of arm robotic tooling the day to day tasks would be varied as we go from project to project. Working in conjunction with our fabrication, electrical, and software staff this role will be a compliment to the existing team. A proper candidate will be able to perform the design, layout, testing, and evaluation of mechanical assemblies and prove the viability before integration into the final machine.

Requirements

• BS in engineering with a minimum of 5-10 years of related work experiences
• Ability to integrate the use of cam movements, pneumatics, and/or hydraulics when necessary to perform specific functions and product movements
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and in machine shops
• Organized and accountable with ability to manage many projects simultaneously
• Strong communicator, verbal and written
• Strong technical aptitude and innovative and creative thinking, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• 3D design and analysis software proficiency required (e.g. SolidWorks, Autocad, ProE)
• Proficient with Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Adaptability to adjust to rapidly changing work environments and operational situations

Nice To Haves

• Machining experience
• Electrical knowledge

Responsibilities

• Support hands-on design and development of sub-assemblies and platforms
• Support all engineering processes, including drafting and detailed design using Solidworks CAD platform
• Test designs and execution to support verification and validation of new designs
• Execute small to medium sized mechanical design projects, commensurate with ability and skill level, from concept to completion

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees