Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer Advanced Robotics & Automation Systems

Columbus, OH (100% Onsite)

$100,000 – $120,000 + Perks Direct Hire

We’re seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to help design the mechanical backbone of next-generation robotic automation systems used in advanced manufacturing environments.

This is a hands-on design role where your work moves beyond CAD—into real robotic cells, fixtures, and production systems that get built and used on the floor.

If you enjoy designing heavy industrial equipment, improving manufacturability, and seeing your engineering directly impact automation performance, this is a strong opportunity.

️ What You’ll Do

Design robotic fixtures, automation cells, and mechanical system layouts

Develop and optimize BOMs focused on cost reduction and manufacturability

Perform FEA and structural validation on mechanical designs

Manage ECRs and design changes through production lifecycle

Work in SolidWorks for full-cycle mechanical design

Support R&D and early-stage conceptual automation designs

Maintain design data through PDM systems

Help improve and streamline CAD and engineering workflows

What You Bring

Strong background in mechanical design (automation, heavy machinery, or industrial systems)

Proficiency in SolidWorks (required)

Experience with BOM optimization and cost-down engineering

Understanding of FEA and mechanical validation

Familiarity with PDM systems and engineering change processes (ECR/ECO)

Ability to design for real-world manufacturing and automation environments

Why This Role Stands Out

Your designs directly become working robotic automation systems

High ownership from concept through production

Blend of R&D, machine design, and real-world manufacturing impact

Fast-paced, engineering-driven environment focused on innovation