What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Design Lead position at Eclipse Automation?
Job Title: Mechanical Design Lead
Location: Rock Hill, SC | ON-SITE
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits: 401K/Retirement plans, medical/dental/vision package, company paid life insurance and AD&D policies, reimbursement for tuition and professional dues, and paid vacation.
Get to Know Us:
Eclipse Automation delivers cutting-edge custom automated manufacturing solutions across multiple industries. We combine advanced automation expertise with digital innovation to create smart, efficient, and sustainable manufacturing systems. Our global network includes facilities in Canada, the United States, Germany, and Hungary ensuring regional expertise and global strength.
The Position:
The Mechanical Design Lead will ensure projects are met on budget and on time. The incumbent will work with the management and department personnel to deliver the Eclipse Vision and the Eclipse Entrepreneurial Culture.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Perform engineering calculations with respect to strength of materials, speeds, horsepower, temperature, pressure, force, etc. as related to machine and tool designs
- Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to determine shape, dimensions, hardness etc. in the development of equipment, processes and products
- Examine feasibility of using one or more machines to carry out sequential operations
- Produce working drawings, detail drawings and bills of materials for equipment, sub-assemblies or product using Auto CAD and SolidWorks
- Analyze designs and systems for compliance to applicable standards (i.e. OSHA, CE or customer specifics)
- Review drawings for accuracy, material selection, proper machining techniques, finishes, hardness, etc.
- Responsible for communicating progress on tasks to supervising designer
- Formalize and update drawing documentation
- Liaise with fabricators, machinists, toolmakers and electricians in the completion of equipment and resolving problems
- Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Travel expectations is less than 15% of time, however, may increase to meet project needs
What We’re Looking For:
- 8 years of experience in mechanical design utilizing SolidWorks (or equivalent) is required
- Experience in an automation environment is an asset
- Experience with custom tooling for the nuclear industry is an asset
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001, N299, NQA-1 is an asset
What We Offer:
- Reimbursement for tuition and professional dues
- Start out with 3 weeks of vacation
- 401k/Retirement plans
- Free snack program
Why Join Us:
Here at Eclipse Automation, creation and innovation are at our core, and our culture reflects that. Fast paced and continuously fostering growth, we encourage the entrepreneurial spirit that our teams embody, and leverage each of their strengths to do better for our people, our clients, and our communities.
Our teams are made up of innovators, thinkers, and doers, with the know-how and expertise to exceed expectations, and the relentless spirit to create and reinvent. Our people are what enables us to live up to our name - to eclipse all others, inspiring and creating outcomes that change the world.
Eclipse Automation is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive work environment. It is our policy to recruit and select applicants solely on the basis of their qualifications. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires talent regardless of age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law.
At Eclipse Automation, we believe in the power of human connection. We do not use AI in our hiring process; every application is personally reviewed by a member of our team to ensure each candidate receives careful consideration.
This publicly advertised job posting is for an existing vacancy. We are seeking a qualified candidate to join our team and assume the responsibilities of this role.
Eclipse Automation encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Those in need of accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process should notify eca_hresources@eclipseautomation.com. Any information received that relates to accommodation needs of a candidate will be addressed in a confidential manner.