Automation - Mechanical Design Engineer - Bristol, CT
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Overview
Job Description
Design Custom Robotic Work Cells and Industrial Automation Equipment
Our client is a well-established manufacturer of industrial machinery and automation solutions serving a diverse range of industrial customers. The company specializes in the design and integration of custom equipment that improves manufacturing efficiency, productivity, and operational performance.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop robotic work cells and industrial automation equipment from concept through detailed design.
- Create mechanical drawings, models, assemblies, and manufacturing documentation using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
- Design machine modifications, upgrades, and custom options for existing equipment platforms.
- Develop pneumatic systems and select appropriate components for machine applications.
- Specify sensors and related electrical components to support automation systems.
- Perform engineering calculations and analyses to validate component and system performance.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and project teams to ensure successful project execution.
- Support proposal development and technical solutions for customer applications.
- Ensure designs are functional, manufacturable, cost-effective, and delivered within project timelines.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
Ideal Candidate:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
- Experience designing custom machinery, automation equipment, or robotic systems.
- Strong proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
- Knowledge of pneumatic system design and component selection.
- Experience integrating sensors, automation components, and mechanical systems.
- Ability to perform engineering calculations and troubleshoot complex mechanical designs.
- Strong communication and project management skills.
- Experience within industrial automation, custom machinery, machine building, robotics, or capital equipment environments preferred.
What's On Offer
What's To Offer:
- Competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to work on innovative robotics and automation projects.
- Exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing technologies.
- Collaborative engineering environment with strong leadership support.
- Career growth opportunities within a stable and expanding organization.
- Hands-on involvement in projects from concept to customer implementation.
Job Summary
Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector: Engineering Design and R&D
Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing
Where: Bristol
Contract Type: Permanent
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