Senior Machine Design Engineer

Pipeline Design and Engineering • Tempe, AZ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Pipeline is hiring a Senior Machine Design Engineer to design custom equipment, fixtures, and machines. The role uses SolidWorks and requires working knowledge of motion-control and automation hardware, as well as familiarity with automation-hardware suppliers. The engineer will perform basic engineering analyses, build and test prototypes, contribute to project-specific R&D, and create manufacturing drawings and reports. The work includes design reviews and meetings with customers, vendors, and Pipeline team members.

The new team member will work from Pipeline’s Tempe office, remotely from a home office, or in a combination of both, depending on assigned projects. Applicants must reside within the Phoenix valley. The listed schedule is 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Candidates must complete and return the questionnaire and engineering exercises to be considered; approved candidates will then be scheduled for an interview.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of SolidWorks experience, or a combination of SolidWorks and other CAD experience.
• At least 3 years of professional, non-student experience in machine design, such as work involving motors, linear actuators, pneumatics, sensors, or PLCs.
• Working knowledge of motion-control and automation hardware and broad knowledge of automation-hardware suppliers.
• Working knowledge of off-the-shelf hardware and automation equipment used in machine design.
• Ability to design for machining, 3D printing, sheet metal and/or weldments, and plastic injection molding.
• Must reside within the Phoenix valley.
• Complete and return the questionnaire and engineering exercises to be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Experience programming automation systems using PLCs, C++, LabVIEW, Python, or similar tools; this is a plus but not mandatory.
• Sharing pictures or videos of past projects is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems for custom equipment, fixtures, and machines using SolidWorks.
• Implement off-the-shelf hardware and automation equipment in new equipment designs, including toggle clamps, spring plungers, shoulder screws, dowel pins, gears, motors, linear actuators, air cylinders, sensors, vision systems, and PLCs.
• Design for manufacturing processes, including machining, 3D printing, sheet metal and/or weldments, and plastic injection molding.
• Perform basic engineering analyses of parts, assemblies, and systems.
• Conduct benchtop testing and assemble prototype parts and assemblies.
• Contribute to project-specific research and development.
• Create documentation, including manufacturing drawings and reports.
• Participate in design reviews and meetings with customers, vendors, and Pipeline team members.

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance, with a company contribution toward coverage
• Dental and vision plans offered through the company
• Eligibility to participate in a profit-based bonus program
• At least 2 weeks of paid time off
• 8 paid holidays and paid sick days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed