Mechanical Design Engineer – Automation & Test Systems

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Posted: March 17,2026

Our client is an innovative engineering and manufacturing company that develops advanced power control technologies used in demanding industrial and semiconductor applications. They are a long-standing and valued client of ours with a strong reputation for engineering excellence, a collaborative culture, and the ability for engineers to take ownership of projects from concept through production. This is an opportunity to join a growing team where your work directly impacts cutting-edge manufacturing solutions and next-generation power technologies.

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop automated assembly and test systems used to manufacture high-performance electronic power control products. This role offers strong design ownership and the opportunity to work across the full product lifecycle—from concept and fixture design to automation programming and manufacturing implementation.

Responsibilities

Design and develop automated assembly and test fixtures for electronic power control products
Create mechanical designs for automation systems, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment
Develop and maintain automated test procedures and system documentation
Program and support automated test systems using LabVIEW and C#
Integrate test systems with SQL databases for data tracking and workflow management
Support automated optical inspection and vision system integration
Design components including plastic injection molded parts for production systems
Collaborate with manufacturing teams to improve product flow, efficiency, and output
Conduct Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews with cross-functional engineering teams
Create assembly documentation including exploded views, wiring sketches, and procedures
Maintain engineering documentation, revisions, and change control

Desired Skills And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
4+ years of experience designing automated test or assembly systems in a manufacturing environment
Experience programming automated systems using LabVIEW
Experience programming with C#
Experience interfacing with SQL databases and performing queries
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, product flow, and automation systems
Experience with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and high-volume production environments
Proficiency in SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor
Experience with robotic automation systems (Preferred)
Exposure to automated optical inspection or machine vision systems (Preferred)
Experience designing fixtures and tooling for automated manufacturing lines (Preferred)
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced engineering environment

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