Senior Mechanical Designer Engineer
Hyperion Technology Group, Inc.
- Tupelo, MS
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead the design of custom automated machinery and tooling systems, mechanisms, and components.
- Drive the continuous improvement of design processes, implementing best practices and industry standards.
- Integrate both off-the-shelf and custom automation technologies, including robotics, actuation systems, sensors, vision systems, and other peripherals.
- Ensure projects meet budget and timeline constraints by coordinating progress with project managers and key stakeholders.
- Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings for custom designs.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to fellow engineers, including reviewing, approving, and guiding their design work.
- Offer ongoing support to the production team during the build and commissioning phases, ensuring designs are executed effectively.
- When necessary, build and test prototypes to validate designs before finalization.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless integration of controls and software with the mechanical systems.
- Manage relationships with external suppliers, coordinating procurement of components and materials.
- Work directly with customers to refine project requirements and ensure alignment on design specifications.
- Provide on-site support for equipment deployment and troubleshooting as required
- 8+ years of experience designing custom automated equipment.
- Proven expertise in automation and custom machine design, with a strong track record of successful project delivery.
- Ability to select and specify components such as actuators, sensors, vision systems, precision motion transport systems and other automation peripherals.
- Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks Software for mechanical design.
- In-depth knowledge of engineering drawings, tolerances, and manufacturing specifications.
- Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and Y14.5M-2009 standards.
- Extensive experience with materials and fabrication techniques, including machining and welding.
- Familiarity with controls and software integration concepts.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a keen ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and automation issues.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Proficient in specifying and troubleshooting pneumatic and hydraulic components.
- General familiarity with automation controls - ex., PLC's, HMI's, sensor systems, machine vision, motion control and safety systems.
- Expertise in designing and engineering fixtures, jigs, and other tooling.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in an engineering discipline.
- 10+ years of experience in mechanical design within industrial automation or machine building environments.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar project management certification is preferred.
- Knowledge of CE, NFPA 79, and SEMI S8 standards and compliance requirements.
- Direct experience troubleshooting automated equipment and systems.
- Duties are performed both indoors and outdoors.
- Candidate must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Duties will also require extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling and lifting light to moderately heavy objects.