Senior Mechanical Engineer-Automation - Talently : Job Details

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: On Site - Gilbert, Arizona, United States

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000

Skills: Automation Equipment, Fanuc, 3D CAD, FEA, BOMs

About the Manufacturing Company / The Opportunity:

Our client, a dynamic company in the manufacturing industry, specializes in designing and integrating custom automation systems for a diverse range of sectors, including aerospace, defense, medical devices, agriculture, and packaging. This is a unique opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and reliable solutions. The role offers the chance to shape the future of automation equipment while working in a fast-paced and challenging environment.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop mechanical systems for custom automation equipment, including robotic cells, assembly machines, and test equipment.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings in SolidWorks, ensuring proper GD&T and tolerances.
• Collaborate with controls, electrical, and software engineers to integrate Fanuc robotic systems seamlessly.
• Integrate pneumatic systems, specifying and optimizing pneumatic actuators and controls.
• Perform FEA, design reviews, and risk assessments to validate system performance and reliability.
• Specify and source critical components such as actuators, bearings, and linear guides.
• Support machine assembly, debug, and troubleshooting during prototyping and production startup.
• Develop and maintain Bill of Materials (BOMs), technical documentation, and manuals.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, including ISO, ANSI, and OSHA requirements.

Must-Have Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in machine design, automation, or robotics.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software.
• Hands-on experience with Fanuc robotic systems and SMC pneumatics.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, kinematics, pneumatics, and materials.
• Experience with GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and DFM/DFA principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Knowledge of vision systems and bin-picking applications.
• Experience designing test and validation equipment.
• Familiarity with safety standards such as ANSI/RIA, CE, and ISO.
• Project management or customer-facing experience.