Lead Mechanical Engineer

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$80,000.00/yr - $/yr

An industrial automation and manufacturing solutions company is seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Designer to support the design and execution of custom automation systems. This role focuses on developing robust mechanical designs for complex manufacturing environments while collaborating closely with clients, vendors, and cross-functional internal teams. The ideal candidate brings strong hands‑on design expertise, leadership capability, and a practical understanding of fabrication and assembly.

• Lead mechanical design efforts for automation systems.
• Utilize Solid Works CAD to develop and manage 3D models and large assemblies.
• Collaborate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to drive projects from concept to completion.
• Provide onsite support and mentorship, assisting with assembly, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
• 3D design and detail experience using Solid Works CADAble to work independently to create unique concepts and designs
• Understanding of tolerancing and its impact on functionality and cost
• Ability to build, organize and manage large assemblies within the Solid Works environment while maintaining software stability
• Practical knowledge of and experience in toolroom, fabrication, and assembly processes
• Knowledge of materials properties to support material selection and treatment
• Experience integrating commercially available mechanical devices into designs (Robots, pneumatics, servos, conveyors, etc.) with a basic understanding of controls integration and automation.
• Communication and collaborative skills
  
  Ability to communicate clearly with clients to understand requirements
• Interface directly with clients, vendors, and internal resources to drive engineering designs from concept through build and installation.
• Provide technical support during onsite mechanical assembly, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities, including travel as needed
• Train and lead others in mechanical engineering and design
  
  Provide direction on industry methods to achieve project requirements
• Evaluation of designs for functionality, manufacturability, and practicality
• Evaluation of drawings for proper tolerancing
• Develop detailed technical prints and review them for accuracy to ensure precision and minimize errors during the manufacturing process.

• Estimating assembly, fabrication, and tooling components
• Estimating engineering hours for design and development
• Generating conceptual designs and sales concepts based on client requirements
• Develop and refine Rovi Sys engineering standards
• Understanding of mechanical safety requirements in industrial automation
• Experience designing pedestals, robot stands, custom mounting and End of Arm Tools.
• Able to identify value add industry partners for tooling, fabrication, assembly, and engineering support

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or significant working experience in industry.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a full time mechanical designer.
• Local or willing to relocate near our HQ office in Aurora, Ohio

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Business Consulting and Services and Electric Power Generation

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)