Entry level mechanical engineer Jobs in Detroit, MI

About the Job :

My client is a System Integrator specializing in Assembly and Joining automation equipment. They provide custom Turn-Key automation equipment from their 60,000 sq. ft. facility in Macomb County and service Tier 1 automotive suppliers throughout the Continental US, Canada and Mexico.

They pride themselves on employing the best and most talented professionals in the industry. Their growing team consists of engineers and project managers with extensive experience, and they are looking to find the next key individual to join their organization and add to their expanding pool.

Guiding Principles & Core Beliefs :

We have a Passion for Innovation and Invention :

This passion is our motivation to provide our Customers with solutions that are the Benchmark of the Industry

Integrity is Who we are, What we do and How we Operate :

Ethical Business Conduct is the basic foundation of our Organization

We do the right thing even when no one is watching

We strive to create a Workplace where Employees can and want to contribute their Very Best :

Our employees’ diverse Talent, Initiative, Leadership and Creativity are keys to

our success

We Motivate & Empower our employees to adopt Extreme Ownership

We believe in Accountability :

We hold each other accountable through supportive actions

We uphold our responsibility towards our Customers by sharing a vested interest

in their Success

We recognize our Social responsibilities towards the Communities in which we

operate, and we strive to participate by providing Opportunities, Support and Engagement

Position Description :

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, have strong General Assembly, Sonic welding, and Plastic tooling design skills using SolidWorks. Experience in BIW tooling, Naams Standards, Robotic welding and end of arm tooling is a plus. The individual will be part of a design team in charge of designing automation cells and general assembly machinery. This role involves collaborating with project managers, tool builders, and customers.

Primary Responsibilities :

Provide project leadership and drive all aspects of design from project kick off to

releasing prints to

manufacturing. The Individual will work / lead designers, detailers, QC, etc.

Review designs with the customers and ensure all machine specifications are

met while being cost effective.

Manage design timeline and ensure resources are adequate for current and

upcoming work.

Meet with suppliers, gather technical information, and buy off designs based on

suppliers’ specs and recommendations.

Research upcoming technologies and automation trends

Help with quoting upcoming projects

Education / Skills / Required Experience :

B.S degree in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering Preferred) OR equivalent

education or work experience.

5+ years of Mechanical design experience

5+ years of experience with GD&T and NAAMS assembly tooling standards.

Proficient in SolidWorks, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project)

Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.

Behavioural Requirements :

Self-starter – must have high standards of performance.

Take responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes.

Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks;

demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work.

Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused

on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress.

Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of customers.

Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job;

rotates through all job responsibilities.

Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information

and knowledge.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits :

401(k) 401(k) matching

Dental insurance Disability insurance

Health insurance Health savings account

Life insurance Paid time off

Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Schedule : 8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Weekends as needed

Experience :

Mechanical Design : 5 years (Preferred)