Mechanical Design Engineer – Integration Solutions

 

 Remote (United States) with travel throughout Canada and the United States as required.

Base salary $90k to $115k USD

Must be a citizen of The United States, and have a valid US Passport,  Candidates preferred, to be living on the EASTERN Side of the USA.

We are seeking an innovative, solutions-driven Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing Integration Solutions team. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, collaborating across departments, and contributing to the successful delivery of custom material handling solutions.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team supporting Sales, Production, Procurement, and Finance. You will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of conveyor systems, in-plant lifts, and other material handling equipment while providing technical support throughout the entire project lifecycle.

This position may be performed remotely from within the United States. The successful candidate must be willing and available to travel as needed to support manufacturing facilities, customer sites, project locations, and company offices throughout Canada and the United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop conveyor systems, in-plant lifts, and custom material handling equipment.
• Create and release manufacturing drawings and documentation using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Prepare approval drawings, layouts, and cost estimates to support sales activities.
• Generate quotation numbers, maintain project data, and assist in proposal development.
• Create, maintain, and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) within the Visual MRP system.
• Develop RFQs, analyze supplier quotations, and support procurement activities.
• Coordinate engineering changes and production releases, including:
• Managing change orders
• Tracking cost impacts and schedule changes
• Communicating updates with customers and internal stakeholders
• Perform engineering calculations, analyses, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to improve product manufacturability and production efficiency.
• Assist in the development of fixtures, tooling, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Support prototype assembly, testing, and validation activities while incorporating lessons learned into final product designs.
• Lead product rationalization initiatives, including BOM optimization and reduction of equipment and tooling requirements.
• Maintain project records, lessons learned, and continuous improvement recommendations.
• Work closely with Quality and Production teams to ensure design requirements are achieved during manufacturing.
• Track project progress, priorities, and resource allocation using project management software (LiquidPlanner).
• Travel as required to support project execution, manufacturing operations, customer installations, and business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, mechanical design principles, and material handling equipment.
• Experience with BOM management and engineering documentation.
• Familiarity with FEA and engineering calculations.
• Excellent communication and project coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Why Join Us?

Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You'll have the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects, contribute to meaningful solutions, and play a key role in delivering high-quality equipment and systems to customers across North America.