Demo

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Machinery Development & Design)

MiTek
Earth, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2026
Job Description

Design, test, improve, and support equipment designed by MiTek for the truss manufacturing industry. In this position you will work on robust machinery design that helps customers to improve their production output. Mechanical Engineers will design, document, and troubleshoot all components such as overall machine design, structural frames, mechanical power transmission, and manufacturability of machinery. You will design the full mechanical assembly of the automated machine and be involved in every stage of the system from concept to production. Mechanical Engineers work closely with Electrical and Manufacturing Engineers, and various other teams such as Production, Software, Customer Service to ensure a successful product.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities & Requirements

  • Design, develop, evaluate, and support automated industrial machinery products with focus in the Component Manufacturing (CM) and off-site construction industry
  • Lead team members through the planning, development, and deployment of complex mechanical architectures with a high level of integrated automation
  • Generate mechanical project execution artifacts of small to large scale deployments (i.e. cost estimates, schedules, resource needs, risks, forecasts, status, etc.)
  • Lead mechanical team members through staged-gating process (i.e. requirements reviews, design reviews, test readiness reviews, verification reviews, etc.)
  • Lead team members through troubleshooting, root cause and corrective actions
  • Design, integrate, test mechanical parts and assemblies using industry best practices
  • Design, integrate, test industrial pneumatic and hydraulic systems
  • Design, integrate, test industrial electro-mechanical and robotic systems
  • Develop and maintain project documentation (i.e. system requirements, engineering drawings, equipment manuals, test plans, project notes, etc.)
  • Ensure compliance with MiTek engineering procedures, guidelines, industry standards, and governmental regulations applicable to industrial machinery
  • Perform engineering analysis and calculations where applicable (including FEA analysis)
  • Enter new or update existing data in MRP/ERP system
  • Support Manufacturing, Marketing & Sales, Purchasing, Installation, and Customer Service Organizations throughout a product’s lifecycle
  • Review/stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies
  • Mentor less experienced mechanical engineers and designers
  • Manage individual tasks while leading other mechanical and robotic engineers through project execution with minimal oversight

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering required
  • 8 years of mechanical engineering design experience required
  • Equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis
  • Strong understanding of strength of materials, statics, and dynamics
  • Proficiency with SolidWorks, PDM, and AutoCAD Mechanical
  • Proficiency in machining and welding symbols with experience in GD&T analysis
  • Proficiency in pneumatic, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems
  • Ability to rapidly diagnose and troubleshoot automated systems
  • Ability to work individually and as part of a team
  • Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and deadlines
  • Strong planning, organizational, and decision-making skills
  • Strong communication skills to interact frequently with stakeholders

Additional Requirements

  • Up to 20% of time traveling for critical on-site activities

MiTek Perks

  • Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time off
  • Day One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision Plans
  • Family friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Reimbursement
  • Performance/Incentive bonuses
  • Career advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursement
  • Retirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit Sharing
  • Employer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • myFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytime

MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.

MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at 1 314-434-1200.

www.mii.com

Salary.com Estimation for Senior Mechanical Engineer (Machinery Development & Design) in Earth, MO
$136,461 to $167,506
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Senior Mechanical Engineer (Machinery Development & Design)?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Senior Mechanical Engineer (Machinery Development & Design) career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$108,186 - $133,193
Income Estimation: 
$134,236 - $174,128
Income Estimation: 
$132,162 - $161,329
Income Estimation: 
$134,236 - $174,128
Income Estimation: 
$155,404 - $198,448
Income Estimation: 
$158,725 - $194,124
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at MiTek

  • MiTek Charles, MO
  • Job Description Job Responsibilities & Requirements A Brief Overview The Automation Electrician will have experience in various electrical systems and be k... more
  • 15 Days Ago

  • MiTek Houston, TX
  • Job Description The welding supervisor will lead, provide direction, and supervise a team of production personnel in order to meet or exceed safety, qualit... more
  • 15 Days Ago

  • MiTek Ennis, TX
  • Ennis, Texas The Production Support Technician will provide technical assistance for production computer systems, test systems, displays, printers, updates... more
  • 15 Days Ago

  • MiTek Earth, MO
  • Job Description The Senior Engineer of Structural Product Testing, Codes & Standards serves as a senior technical expert responsible for leading industry r... more
  • Just Posted


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Senior Mechanical Engineer (Machinery Development & Design) jobs in the Earth, MO area that may be a better fit.

  • Tetra Tech Careers Collinsville, IL
  • Tetra Tech is seeking a Senior-Level Mechanical Engineer with a preferred minimum of 10 years of related experience to join our team currently serving our ... more
  • 6 Days Ago

  • iENG Design Granite, IL
  • iENG Design Opportunity: Senior Mechanical Engineer iENG Design is seeking a qualified professional to join our Engineering team. iENG's method of engineer... more
  • 3 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!