What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Automation Engineer – Mechanical position at Intellectt Inc?
Job Title: Manufacturing Automation Engineer – Mechanical
Location: Benson, MN
Experience Level: 5-10 Years
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Job Type: Contract
Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Automation Engineer – Mechanical with strong expertise in mechanical design and engineering of industrial automation systems. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience developing mechanical concepts, designing automation equipment, robotic cells, assembly lines, fixtures, tooling, and material-handling systems.
The role involves concept development, 3D modeling, detailed engineering, equipment selection, supplier coordination, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of manufacturing automation equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop mechanical concepts for manufacturing automation systems, robotic cells, assembly lines, and Special Purpose Machines (SPMs).
- Prepare 2D/3D layouts, concept designs, detailed designs, and manufacturing drawings.
- Design machine frames, fixtures, tooling, robot EOAT/grippers, conveyors, transfer systems, guarding, and pneumatic mechanisms.
- Design lifting mechanisms, pallet systems, and material-handling equipment.
- Perform mechanical calculations involving load, torque, speed, power, cycle time, and component sizing.
- Select mechanical components such as motors, gearboxes, linear guides, bearings, ball screws, pneumatic cylinders, and grippers.
- Prepare BOMs, technical specifications, RFQs, and vendor documentation.
- Conduct design reviews, tolerance-stack analysis, interference checks, and design-for-manufacturing reviews.
- Coordinate with electrical, controls, robotics, and machine-vision engineering teams.
- Support suppliers during manufacturing, assembly, and machine build.
- Participate in FAT, SAT, installation, and commissioning activities.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues during equipment trials and production ramp-up.
- Perform root-cause analysis for vibration, alignment, repeatability, wear, jamming, and cycle-time issues.
- Ensure machine designs meet operator safety, ergonomics, accessibility, and maintainability requirements.
- Prepare engineering documentation, drawings, BOMs, manuals, and as-built documentation.
Mandatory Technical Skills
- Mechanical automation design and engineering.
- 3D CAD: SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, or Autodesk Inventor.
- AutoCAD or equivalent 2D drafting tools.
- GD&T and engineering drawings.
- Tolerance stack-up analysis.
- Pneumatics and mechanical mechanisms.
- Conveyor and material-handling system design.
- Robot EOAT, gripper, fixture, and tooling design.
- Motor, gearbox, and actuator sizing.
- Machine structures, frames, and safety guarding.
- BOM preparation and mechanical component selection.
- Design reviews and supplier coordination.
- FAT/SAT and commissioning support.
Preferred Experience
Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Robotic automation cells.
- Assembly line automation.
- Pick-and-place systems.
- Palletizing and depalletizing systems.
- Conveyor and transfer systems.
- AGV/AMR interfacing stations.
- Packaging automation.
- Machine tending.
- Inspection stations.
- Warehouse and material-handling automation.
- Special Purpose Machines (SPMs).
Education & Experience
- B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred.
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in mechanical design and industrial automation.
- Strong hands-on experience in 3D CAD modeling and mechanical automation design.
Benefits
Benefits Eligibility: Eligible employees may have access to benefits offered by Intellectt Inc. in accordance with the applicable benefit plans and eligibility requirements.
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options are available through a third-party provider. Employees are responsible for paying the full cost of their insurance premiums.
Retirement Benefits: A 401(k) retirement savings plan is available. No employer matching or other employer contributions are provided.
Paid Time Off (PTO): No PTO is provided other than that required by applicable state and local laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Intellectt Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.