Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer – Mid Level Location: Morrisville, NC (On site only) Company: Technical Source (onsite with a local client) Technical Source is partnering with a leading industrial automation company in Morrisville, NC to hire a Mid Level Mechanical Engineer. This is an opportunity to join a growing organization where your designs don’t just stay on paper and you will see them built, tested, and running in production. You will work on custom automated equipment and robotic systems, taking projects from concept through installation. If you enjoy hands on engineering, complex problem solving, and owning your work from start to finish, this role will be a strong fit. What makes this role appealing Work on advanced industrial automation and robotics Own projects from initial concept through installation and prove out See your designs move from CAD to the shop floor to the customer site Collaborate daily with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers Build deep experience with robotic cells, safety, and modern manufacturing What you will do Collaborate with customers and internal teams to define requirements and develop system concepts Review customer parts, 3D models, and drawings to understand complexity, tolerances, and variability Assist with project management: timelines, budgets, and coordination with internal teams, suppliers, and customers Design complex automated machinery incorporating pneumatic and electromechanical components Design and integrate robots, end of arm tooling (EOAT), feeding systems, and material handling cells Lead internal and customer design reviews and refine designs based on feedback Perform risk assessments and contribute to machine and robotic cell safety Produce both high level concepts and detailed part and assembly drawings for manufacturing Partner with Electrical and Controls Engineering to ensure smooth system integration Lead testing, debugging, and prove out during the build phase Oversee the build on the shop floor, guiding assemblers and technicians Support equipment installation and troubleshooting at customer sites as needed Create technical documentation, including test plans and operating manuals What we are looking for Required Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Mechatronics emphasis is a plus) 3 or more years of experience in industrial automation design Proficiency in SolidWorks and related CAD/CAM tools Experience sizing actuators, servos, sensors, and pneumatics Practical knowledge of machining and other fabrication processes Experience applying GD&T to part designs and drawings Strong communication skills and experience working with vendors and suppliers to ensure parts meet design intent Hands on experience with prototyping, testing, and debugging Experience with equipment installation and prove out at customer sites Experience designing robotic automation cells, including reach and cycle analysis, safety, and risk assessment Desired Experience integrating machine vision and/or 3D laser sensors Work environment Fully on site role in Morrisville, NC No remote or hybrid options Relocation assistance is not available *No C2C or Sponsorship Candidates or 3rd party agencies*