Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Company Description

FLT Automation is an international leader in the development and manufacturing of turnkey intelligent automation solution providers for customers worldwide. We are experts in developing custom automation for industrial applications for handling, transport and assembly processes in the automotive, aerospace and general industry sectors.

Opportunity

FLT Automation is seeking a Mechanical Engineering talent to meet the growing demand for our automation solutions. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in the design, development, and integration of mechanical systems and components integral to our custom solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Work closely with Manufacturing, Controls Engineering and Project Management to manage projects from inception to final customer acceptance and sign-off.

· Interpret schematics to develop complete system designs.

· Maintain project schedules.

· Interpret and provide design input into mechanical drawings.

· Participate in reviewing and releasing final engineering drawings to manufacturing.

· Participate in design review meetings for internal, as well as outsourced designs.

· Involved with creating and maintaining an accurate bill of material (BOM) for all designs.

· Ensure equipment start up and commissioning meets approved customer operating specifications.

· Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to develop and provide equipment installation instructions which are compliant with site installation requirements.

· Ensure all equipment (manufactured internally or outsourced) meets project quality, delivery, and budget expectations.

· Ensure that FLT products and services continue to be the benchmark in the industry.

Preferred skills and qualifications

· Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other closely related engineering discipline or equivalent experience.

· 5+ years of on-the-job design and engineering experience related to custom machinery and/or capital equipment.

· 2+ years of on-the-job experience in a project-build, manufacturing environment.

· Demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

· Meet deadlines without compromising the integrity of the project or safety.

· Maintaining a professional and positive relationship with customers and suppliers.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.

· Advanced skills with mechanical design software (SolidWorks or Rockwell preferred).

Work Environment

Primarily office-based with occasional visits to manufacturing floors (e.g., exposure to moderate noise, moving mechanical parts).

Travel Requirements

• Subject to business needs < 10% of travel may be required.