Mechanical Engineer- CO

Company Overview:  

At Blueprint Automation, we design, develop and manufacture case packers and tray packing solutions for flexible and other tough-to-handle packages such as doypacks, pillow bags, and four-sided sealed bags. Built for around-the-clock operation, these solutions have a worldwide reputation for their quick change-over, flexibility, speed, and comprehensive design. Our Integrated state-of-the-art technologies include gravity, pick and place, wrap-around, and vision-guided robotics. 

We are absolutely passionate about innovation. It adds the fun and inspiration to our work that people need to excel. Our customers stimulate innovation by developing new needs, and we are on a never-ending quest to find a better, simpler way. BPA has no innovation budget. Innovation is what we are.
  

Position: 

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer at our Longmont, CO location.  

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for leading the mechanical design of system components for both standard and custom machinery. This includes responsibility for the master layout and all aspects of the mechanical design. This role must coordinate other mechanical engineers on projects, controls engineers, and software engineers to make sure the final solution meets all performance, budget, and schedule requirements. 

The ideal candidate is not only passionate about designing machines, but also eager to stay engaged through the build and implementation phases, supporting the team, solving problems and helping bring the design to life. 

Duties include but are not limited to: 

• Responsible for the mechanical design of systems from concept through acceptance testing. 
• Responsible for master layout and all aspects of the mechanical design, working with and coordinating other mechanical engineers on the project, controls, and software engineers to make sure the design meets performance, budget, and timeline requirements.
• Works closely with the entire Mechanical Engineering department.
• Cooperate closely with all other departments (Controls, Software, Purchasing, Fabrication, Applications, and Service).
• Help generate technical concepts, layouts, technical calculations, and cost calculations.
• Makes customer site visits as necessary to help solve field issues.

• Occasional travel may be required. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/ Experience & Qualifications: 

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing or a related program and 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment that involves robotic experience preferably in the packaging automation industry.
• However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration.  
• Demonstrated ability in machine design, preferred experience in the field of packaging/robotic machines required.
• Experience with pneumatics and motor sizing
• Applicants must possess excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interact and work as a team with other mechanical engineers required.
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering development process utilizing SolidWorks, ACAD, FEA, and related engineering software techniques required.
• High awareness of client satisfaction level and client needs isa must.
• The successful candidate will be a strong problem solver with meticulous attention to detail.

At this time, BPA will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position. 

BPA prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive an employment offer will be required to pass a drug screen and background check successfully. 

BPA offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. In addition, we offer a robust benefits package including a majority employer-paid employee health, dental, vision, life, and disability; 20 days PTO during the first year of employment, as well as 401(k) with a 6% match.