Mechanical Designer (BOS USA)

BOS Innovations•Lexington, KY

3h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Mechanical Designer at BOS Innovations, you will develop automation concepts and deliver complete design packages for custom automation systems. You will create cost-effective, high-quality designs that meet customer specifications and project timelines. The role requires strong proficiency in SolidWorks, a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, and the ability to turn technical requirements into practical, build-ready solutions. You will work closely with project, manufacturing, and customer teams to ensure designs are accurate, efficient, and support successful machine builds. The position is based in Lexington, Kentucky, in the Engineering department.

Requirements

Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
At least 5 years of mechanical design experience in automation, custom machinery, or manufacturing environments.
Strong proficiency in SolidWorks, including complex assemblies, detailed drawings, and design for manufacturing.
Experience developing automation concepts and translating customer requirements into practical, build-ready designs.
Strong understanding of machining, fabrication, and assembly processes, with a focus on design for manufacturability.
Ability to identify technical risks and implement effective design solutions that support project timelines and budgets.
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Applications, Controls, Manufacturing, and Project Management.
Ability to mentor and support junior designers, provide technical guidance, and contribute to team development and design standards.
Strong communication skills and the ability to present concepts and designs to internal teams and customers.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States and able to travel to Canada as required.

Responsibilities

Develop mechanical concepts and create SolidWorks designs for automation systems.
Research and identify mechanical components that meet application and customer requirements.
Provide guidance and direction to junior design team members.
Communicate with suppliers about component specifications, pricing, and lead times.
Work with Project Management and customer technical contacts to clarify specifications and obtain customer information and CAD files.
Present concepts and designs at concept reviews, internal design reviews, and customer design reviews.
Create detailed drawing packages for the build team, including tolerances, dimensions, bills of materials, and assembly drawings.
Document customer-manual information, including as-built drawing packages, bills of materials, spare-parts lists, maintenance items, and OEM documentation.
Identify and troubleshoot mechanical build issues and develop solutions.
Support the Applications group by developing concepts, calculating cycle time, and estimating design labor and mechanical purchases.
Develop RFQs for major mechanical system purchases and communicate with the suppliers involved.
Review drawing accuracy with the manufacturing team and identify design optimization opportunities.
Contribute to the continued development and implementation of BOS Mechanical Design standards.
Participate in weekly Mechanical Design group meetings to discuss initiatives, priorities, workload, issues, inefficiencies, and solutions.
Communicate regularly with the Mechanical Design Group Lead to identify priorities and review project status.
Attend White Board meetings to present design status, hear updates from other disciplines, and receive updates on urgent issues.