Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering • Highland Park, IL

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About The Position

A leading designer and manufacturer of custom processing and packaging automation equipment is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design and development efforts across advanced automation systems. This is a highly hands-on engineering role responsible for full lifecycle product development —from initial concept and detailed design through fabrication, assembly, installation, and troubleshooting. The successful candidate will thrive in a custom automation environment , take ownership of designs, and ensure all equipment meets strict safety standards.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience designing custom automated machinery
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks with extensive daily use
• Experience designing and integrating automation systems (conveyors, pneumatics, robotics, motor sizing, etc.)
• Hands-on experience working in fabrication, machining, sheet metal, and assembly environments
• Solid understanding of food-grade and sanitary design principles
• Proven ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues during build and commissioning phases

Nice To Haves

• Experience designing food processing or packaging automation equipment
• Familiarity with FDA, USDA, and ANSI standards for food machinery
• Experience integrating third-party equipment (labelers, printers, glue systems, lasers, inspection systems, etc.)
• Experience developing standardized designs within a custom equipment environment
• ERP and BOM management experience (any system; Global Shop experience is a plus)
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of custom automated machinery for food processing and packaging applications
• Develop complex automation systems using SolidWorks (approximately 90–95% design-focused)
• Own projects from concept, detailed design, and release through fabrication, assembly, and installation
• Collaborate closely with fabrication, machining, and assembly teams throughout the build process
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues on the shop floor during equipment build and commissioning
• Ensure all designs comply with FDA, USDA, and ANSI sanitary and safety requirements
• Develop and help implement standard machine designs for the packaging side of the business
• Support integration of automation components including conveyors, robotics, pneumatics, motors, and third-party systems
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design standards, reliability, and repeatability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level