Senior Machine Design Engineer

Farason Corporation•Coatesville, PA

About The Position

Farason Corporation is seeking an experienced Senior Machine Design Engineer to lead the mechanical design and execution of custom automation systems and special machinery. The role covers developing machine concepts, performing engineering analysis, specifying components, creating detailed machine designs, and guiding projects from concept through installation. The ideal candidate combines strong mechanical design skills with practical manufacturing knowledge and collaborates with customers, project managers, controls engineers, machine builders, and vendors throughout a project. The position offers the opportunity to influence machine architecture, engineering standards, and project execution while serving as a technical leader within the organization. The successful candidate is expected to independently lead machine design projects from concept through launch, deliver robust and manufacturable designs that meet customer requirements, collaborate across teams, provide technical leadership and mentorship, and contribute to the advancement of Farason's automation technologies.

Requirements

Associate degree or bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
7+ years of experience designing custom automation equipment, special machinery, or industrial systems.
Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks.
Strong understanding of mechanical design fundamentals and machine design principles.
Experience specifying motion control and power transmission components.
Working knowledge of pneumatics and industrial automation systems.
Strong understanding of manufacturing and fabrication processes.
Experience generating production-level drawings and bills of material.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Experience with robotic automation systems.
Experience designing high-speed automated machinery.
Familiarity with machine safety standards and risk assessment methodologies.
ERP system experience.
Experience mentoring junior engineers and designers.
Hands-on machine startup and commissioning experience.

Responsibilities

Develop machine concepts that meet customer requirements and project objectives.
Review and interpret customer specifications, standards, and technical requirements.
Design custom automation equipment using sound mechanical engineering principles.
Perform engineering calculations and document design assumptions.
Conduct cycle-time analysis and machine performance evaluations.
Select and specify mechanical components, including servo systems, motors, gearboxes, actuators, linear motion components, pneumatic systems, and conveyance systems.
Create complex 3D machine models and assemblies using SolidWorks.
Generate detailed manufacturing drawings with appropriate GD&T and tolerancing practices.
Develop complete machine documentation packages.
Create and maintain machine bills of material within the ERP system.
Ensure designs are manufacturable, serviceable, reliable, and cost-effective.
Improve design standards, common assemblies, and engineering best practices.
Serve as the primary mechanical engineering representative on assigned projects.
Own mechanical design deliverables from concept through commissioning.
Manage engineering activities to support project schedules and customer commitments.
Participate in project planning and design reviews.
Design machinery within established budgets while maintaining performance objectives.
Communicate project status, risks, and engineering concerns to stakeholders.
Maintain organized and accurate project documentation.
Lead mechanical design reviews with customers.
Clarify technical requirements with customers and present design solutions.
Collaborate with project managers to support project execution and customer expectations.
Work with controls engineers to develop machine sequences and integrated automation solutions.
Support purchasing through component specification, sourcing, and technical clarification.
Establish and maintain relationships with key vendors and suppliers.
Use vendor resources to evaluate and implement new technologies and components.
Support machine assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
Work with machine builders and technicians to resolve design-related issues.
Review and implement engineering changes throughout the project lifecycle.
Assist with machine startup, debug, validation, and customer acceptance activities.
Support field installations and startup efforts when required.
Mentor and provide technical leadership within the engineering department.
Contribute to the growth and advancement of Farason's automation technologies.