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Requires knowledge of controls systems, manufacturing processes and procedures, with direct experience in automation systems and/or robotic equipment.\nResponsibilities:\nDevelop and fully design equipment, layouts and subassemblies of automated robotic work cells in SolidWorks CAD.\nManage and lead assigned projects and direct project teams.\nInterpret GD&T and Datum requirements for tooling designs.\nEnsure that equipment is designed to customer and/or Axis Automation build specifications using standard techniques and approach.\nEnsure equipment meets industry safety guidelines.\nLead mechanical design presentations and reviews with internal team, customers and suppliers.\nConsult with Process/Cost Engineers.\nReview CAD data levels and revisions that are presented in customer parts.\nDesigns with NAAMS standard components.\nManage and lead mid-scale projects and work with project teams.\nReal-time communication with company management and project teams on developments.\nProfessional management of customer relationships and requests.\nCommunicate with vendors to specify and source major purchased components.\nAbility to train and teach less experienced Mechanical Design Engineers and Co-Ops / Interns.\nCreate and improve standards and procedures for the Mechanical Design department.\nSupport build and assembly teams.\nChampion our Operating Principles: You will be expected to actively embody and uphold our ten operating principles, which guide our every action and decision at Axis Automation. These principles are key to our culture and success.\nQualifications:\nBachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.\n5+ years' experience designing automated machinery required.\nDirect knowledge of automated assembly processes with a preference for welding experience.\nComprehensive knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).\nProven experience developing comprehensive design packages.\nStrong understanding of controls systems, manufacturing processes, and robotic integration.\nAdvanced proficiency in parametric 3D CAD software, SolidWorks preferred.\nProficient with Microsoft Excel and Word.\n\nSalary: $85,000 - $95,000\nBenefits: Axis offers a comprehensive benefits package to our employees with immediate eligibility upon hire.","company":"Axis Automation","rawCompany":"axis automation","city":"Grand Rapids","state":"MI","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-05-24T07:10:33.341Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.05","title":"Mechatronics Engineers","slug":"mechatronics-engineers"},{"code":"17-3013.00","title":"Mechanical Drafters","slug":"mechanical-drafters"}],"industries":[{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"333922","title":"Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"conveyor-and-conveying-equipment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Senior Mechanical Engineer","description":"Senior Mechanical Engineer\nPosition Overview: The Senior Mechanical Engineer will work together with team members at Axis, including Project Managers, Controls Engineers, Machine Builders, Machining / Fabrication specialists and other Mechanical Engineers to conceptualize, design, test and validate automation systems. 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