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Mechanical Design Engineer
Accepting applicationsKent Automation & Kent Pultrusion · Kent, OH
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Posted
5d ago
Category
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Experience
Entry
Country
United States
About Us
Kent Automation Systems LLC DBA Kent Automation and Kent Pultrusion is a privately held manufacturing company in Kent, Ohio specializing in custom-engineered machine design and build with an emphasis on secondary operation automation equipment and pultrusion equipment. Key industries we design and build equipment for include window and door, composites (fiberglass, carbon fiber), fluid systems, and plastics.
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Design Engineer with 3-10 years of hands-on experience designing and developing custom industrial automation systems. The ideal candidate brings a strong mechanical engineering foundation, advanced SolidWorks proficiency, and a passion for solving complex manufacturing challenges through innovative equipment design.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Lead the design and engineering of custom capital equipment projects
Develop detailed 3D models, assemblies, and engineering drawings using SolidWorks
Create and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation throughout the project lifecycle, including equipment manuals
Collaborate with controls engineer on projects
Lead design reviews with customers and coordinate with fabrication, machining, and assembly teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and on schedule
Source and manage vendors; evaluate quotes, lead times, and technical compliance for purchased components
Perform FEA / simulation analyses when required to validate structural integrity and optimize designs prior to fabrication
Support machine build, debug, and commissioning activities on the shop floor and at customer sites as needed
Identify continuous improvement opportunities and contribute to internal design standards and best practices
Act in a manner that results in collaboration, teamwork, and respect toward all internal and external contacts
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field
3-10 years of experience designing custom automation or special-purpose machinery
Expert-level proficiency in SolidWorks (parts, assemblies, drawings, and configurations)
Demonstrated experience with FEA / simulation tools (SolidWorks Simulation or equivalent)
Familiarity with PLC-based control systems and the ability to collaborate effectively with controls engineers
Experience with servo motion control systems
Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and maintain accurate BOMs and procurement documentation
Strong GD&T knowledge and the ability to produce clear, complete engineering drawings
Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
Comfortable and willing to aid in sales and new business efforts
Strong attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with robotics, material handling, or assembly automation
Experience designing fabrication equipment for the window and door market
Experience in CNC drilling, CNC routing, and saw systems
Exposure to machine safety standards (ISO 13849, ANSI B11 series, or equivalent)
Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
What We Offer
Compensation commensurate with experience
Autonomy and flexibility
Small company with ambitious growth goals
Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Retirement Plan with Company Contributions, Paid Time Off
Equal Opportunity Employer
Kent Automation and Kent Pultrusion is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.
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Kent Automation Systems LLC DBA Kent Automation and Kent Pultrusion is a privately held manufacturing company in Kent, Ohio specializing in custom-engineered machine design and build with an emphasis on secondary operation automation equipment and pultrusion equipment. Key industries we design and build equipment for include window and door, composites (fiberglass, carbon fiber), fluid systems, and plastics.
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Design Engineer with 3-10 years of hands-on experience designing and developing custom industrial automation systems. The ideal candidate brings a strong mechanical engineering foundation, advanced SolidWorks proficiency, and a passion for solving complex manufacturing challenges through innovative equipment design.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Lead the design and engineering of custom capital equipment projects
Develop detailed 3D models, assemblies, and engineering drawings using SolidWorks
Create and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation throughout the project lifecycle, including equipment manuals
Collaborate with controls engineer on projects
Lead design reviews with customers and coordinate with fabrication, machining, and assembly teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and on schedule
Source and manage vendors; evaluate quotes, lead times, and technical compliance for purchased components
Perform FEA / simulation analyses when required to validate structural integrity and optimize designs prior to fabrication
Support machine build, debug, and commissioning activities on the shop floor and at customer sites as needed
Identify continuous improvement opportunities and contribute to internal design standards and best practices
Act in a manner that results in collaboration, teamwork, and respect toward all internal and external contacts
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field
3-10 years of experience designing custom automation or special-purpose machinery
Expert-level proficiency in SolidWorks (parts, assemblies, drawings, and configurations)
Demonstrated experience with FEA / simulation tools (SolidWorks Simulation or equivalent)
Familiarity with PLC-based control systems and the ability to collaborate effectively with controls engineers
Experience with servo motion control systems
Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and maintain accurate BOMs and procurement documentation
Strong GD&T knowledge and the ability to produce clear, complete engineering drawings
Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
Comfortable and willing to aid in sales and new business efforts
Strong attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with robotics, material handling, or assembly automation
Experience designing fabrication equipment for the window and door market
Experience in CNC drilling, CNC routing, and saw systems
Exposure to machine safety standards (ISO 13849, ANSI B11 series, or equivalent)
Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
What We Offer
Compensation commensurate with experience
Autonomy and flexibility
Small company with ambitious growth goals
Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Retirement Plan with Company Contributions, Paid Time Off
Equal Opportunity Employer
Kent Automation and Kent Pultrusion is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.
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