Title: Mechanical Engineer - Automation and Machine Design
Location: Nashville Metropolitan Area - McEwen, TN (approximately 60 miles west of Nashville)
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: 70-90K
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension, Tuition Reimbursement
Must have Skill Set: Custom Automated Machinery Design Experience
Overview:
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with experience in machine design, automation, and SolidWorks to support the development of custom automated machinery and manufacturing equipment.
Job Duties:
- Design custom automated machinery and mechanical systems using SolidWorks
- Create 3D models, detailed drawings, assemblies, and BOMs
- Review customer requirements and develop machine design solutions
- Select materials, components, and manufacturing processes
- Integrate automation technologies including pneumatics, hydraulics, robotics, conveyors, and servo-driven systems
- Support engineering calculations, component sizing, and design validation activities
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers throughout project execution
- Support machine assembly, testing, troubleshooting, startup, and commissioning activities
- Participate in design reviews and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
- Identify opportunities for design improvements and continuous improvement initiatives
- Automation equipment or custom machinery design
- Robotics, motion control, pneumatics, conveyors, or industrial automation systems
- Manufacturing, industrial equipment, or systems integration environments
This role is ideal for candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, SolidWorks experience, and hands-on machine design experience. Experience designing custom machinery or automation equipment is highly preferred.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (required)
- 2-6 years of mechanical engineering experience
- Experience with machine design and custom equipment design
- Experience using SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
- Experience creating mechanical drawings, assemblies, and bills of materials
- Strong understanding of mechanical design fundamentals, manufacturing processes, and fabrication methods
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.