What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer position at AeroSpec, Inc.?
Mechanical Design Engineer (Automation/Critical Design/SolidWorks)
Are you a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, build-focused environment? Do you enjoy solving complex problems, owning designs end-to-end, and seeing your work come to life on the shop floor?
AeroSpec is seeking a senior-level design engineer with strong critical thinking and system-level design capability to support custom automation projects across a variety of industries, including aerospace, defense, semiconductor, medical, pharmaceutical, and automotive.
Key Responsibilities
AeroSpec Overview:
AeroSpec, Inc., an established leader in the design and development of Semiconductor, Medical, Pharma and Defense related Automated Equipment, provides an environment of great friendly people, challenging work, growth, and stability for the Mechanical Designer. Founded in 1982, the firm is an established engineering company with 100 employees. Details of the company and its products can be viewed at www.aerospecinc.com.
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Are you a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, build-focused environment? Do you enjoy solving complex problems, owning designs end-to-end, and seeing your work come to life on the shop floor?
AeroSpec is seeking a senior-level design engineer with strong critical thinking and system-level design capability to support custom automation projects across a variety of industries, including aerospace, defense, semiconductor, medical, pharmaceutical, and automotive.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical systems, assemblies, and components using SolidWorks
- Create and review detailed drawings with strong focus on manufacturability and tolerance stack-up
- Own designs from concept → build → debug → commissioning
- Identify design risks, failure modes, and improvement opportunities
- Integrate automation components (robotics, pneumatics, sensors, vision systems, material handling)
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and machine shop teams to meet project goals
- Support build, troubleshooting, and system integration on the shop floor
- Mentor junior designers and provide technical guidance
- 10 years of mechanical design experience (automation or complex equipment preferred)
- Strong proficiency in SolidWorks (3D modeling, assemblies, drawings)
- Experience with:
- Precision machined parts
- Tooling and fixturing
- Weldments and sheet metal
- Understanding of manufacturing processes and machine shop practices
- Ability to design and analyze complex mechanical systems
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Able to manage priorities and meet project schedules
- Hands-on background (machining, fabrication, or machine build)
- Experience with PDM/EDM systems
- Familiarity with Agile or Scrum environments
- Previous leadership or mentoring experience
- Work on custom automation systems across multiple high-tech industries
- Highly hands-on, collaborative engineering environment
- Opportunity to own designs and see them built in real time
- Strong growth potential and exposure to a wide variety of technologies
- Excellent growth and promotion opportunities
- Competitive wages, DOE
- Comprehensive benefits package with 100% paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability
- 401k with company match
- Training and mentoring opportunities
- Focus on individual growth and development
AeroSpec Overview:
AeroSpec, Inc., an established leader in the design and development of Semiconductor, Medical, Pharma and Defense related Automated Equipment, provides an environment of great friendly people, challenging work, growth, and stability for the Mechanical Designer. Founded in 1982, the firm is an established engineering company with 100 employees. Details of the company and its products can be viewed at www.aerospecinc.com.
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