Design Engineer - R&D (Automation) 1st Shift

SUMMARY

A Design Engineer - R&D (Automation) combines expertise in mechanical / tooling design with automation technologies to drive innovation in automated tooling systems, production processes, and advanced manufacturing solutions. This position plays a pivotal role in designing, developing, and implementing next-generation tooling solutions that leverage automation to improve efficiency, precision, reducing costs, and delivering high-performance automated tooling solutions for our customers.

This role will combine strong mechanical design expertise with knowledge of automation technologies, including robotics, sensors, and control systems, to create innovative tooling solutions tailored for high-performance sheet metal manufacturing environments. Beyond design work, this role requires collaboration across multiple disciplines-working closely with electrical engineers embedded systems engineers, and production teams-to ensure seamless integration of automated systems into customers tooling and production lines.

This position will make a significant impact on Wilson Tool's R&D initiatives by driving automation innovation through a passion for exploring new technologies, solving complex engineering challenges, and contributing to the company's vision of advancing automated tooling solutions in line with Industry 4.0.

This position offers the opportunity to directly influence Wilson Tool's R&D roadmap, working at the intersection of tooling innovation and automation to push the boundaries of what's possible in modern manufacturing.

A Design Engineer - R&D (Automation) at Wilson Tool will :

• Lead automation-driven design projects that enhance tooling performance and manufacturing productivity.
• Integrate robotics, sensors, and control systems into tooling designs to achieve higher precision and consistency.
• Support Industry 4.0 initiatives by applying smart manufacturing technologies to tooling solutions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and design automation-enabled tooling solutions to optimize manufacturing processes.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for product innovation.

Plan and execute design validation through simulations, prototyping, and real-world testing.

Work closely with production teams to ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.

Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, including design records, and reports.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office and manufacturing environment.

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-time; core-business hours or determined by business needs.

TRAVEL

Travel required on occasion.

COMPENSATION

Exempt $85,005 - $107,902 DOQ

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

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