Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Georgia
Travel: Approximately 10%

A well-established provider of industrial automation and material handling solutions is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and optimisation of automation equipment and systems. This role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of sectors including distribution, e-commerce, fulfilment, government, and parcel logistics.

Position Overview:

The successful candidate will take the lead in mechanical design efforts for new and existing product lines. You will be responsible for developing innovative equipment solutions from concept to production, as well as refining current designs for improved performance, efficiency, and compliance. Experience with material handling or industrial automation systems is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Play a lead role in engineering projects to develop new or improve products from concept through final product release.
• Knowledge of fabrication processes including sheet metal (cut, form, weld)
• Experience in manufacturing and assembly of industrial products
• Working knowledge of engineering configuration management
• Substantial Knowledge of 3D CAD Solid Modelling & Engineering Software packages: AutoCAD, Inventor, MS Office, and Autodesk Vault (a plus)
• Ability to create/maintain detailed mechanical drawing packages for fabrication and field installations
• Specify/select mechanical components and equipment for new projects from a variety of fabricators, manufacturers, and suppliers.
• Ensure proper flow of information between engineering data and ERP system
• Update the team and stakeholders on project status
• Familiar with ANSI, ASME standards
• Visit internal manufacturing facilities to follow up on critical build activities.
• Develop test requirements along with assisting in the development of new methods for the improvement of product reliability and procedures
• Go to customer locations to review current state and / or liaise with end users to help develop future anticipated needs

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 7+ years of experience in mechanical design for industrial products
• At least 2 years of experience in product development or related roles
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (AutoCAD, Inventor) and related tools (MS Office, Autodesk Vault preferred)
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• Background in conveyor systems or material handling equipment is a plus
• High attention to detail and strong commitment to continuous improvement
• Demonstrated integrity, curiosity, and passion for engineering excellence

Preferred Experience:

• Prior involvement in the material handling, automation, or intralogistics industries
• Exposure to full product development life cycle in a collaborative team environment