Mechanical Design Engineer

Who We Are

At Amsted Automotive, we’re more than just a company—we’re a community of innovators, creators, and dedicated professionals who take pride in our work and each other.

As an employee-owned organization, every team member has a vested interest in our success and shares in our achievements.

This unique ownership culture fosters a collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas and contributions truly matter.

Come join us and be part of a dynamic team that’s transforming the industrial and automotive industries while shaping the future of mobility!

What You will Do


* Create 3D mechanical assemblies and 2D detail drawings following corporate standards, general machine specifications and Automation group guidelines.


* Maintain accurate Bill of Materials for automation designs in Microsoft excel.


* Ability to specify purchased components, quote, procure, plan for build/installation, troubleshooting and shipping for production automation processes.


* Communicate with vendors to quote, procure, and troubleshoot mechanical issues.


* Work closely with controls engineers and mechanical builders to solve issues


* Maintain accurate drawings after modifications (red marks and revision level)


* Perform engineering calculations and/or solidworks FEA when required.


* Conduct design reviews with customers, answering their questions and concerns.


* Ability to work diligently toward project timelines and budgets.


* Ability to be “Hands on” with automation projects when required.


* Concept, quote, procure, and implement solutions to various assembly and transformational product processes.


* Design flexible assembly solutions following corporate standards, general machine specifications and guidelines


* Research and prove out innovative ways to improve processes making them more efficient and flexible


* Incorporate industry’s best practices and lessons learned into all designs

Work Requirements:

Knowledge and Skills


* Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills


* Strong Mechanical aptitude


* Blueprint reading skills & familiarity with GD&T


* Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics/ prints and how these systems interact


* Ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision


* Understanding and communicating technical details


* Software Experience: Proficient



* AutoCAD


* SolidWorks (modeling, assembly, detailing)


* MS Office Suite

Education


* Mechanical Engineering or related field/experience

Experience


* Minimum of 2 years’ experience in designing automation equipment

 

Working Conditions:

Essential Mental Functions

Describe the essential mental functions required to successfully perform the job: organizing, analyzing and interpreting data, problem solving, calibrating precise measurements, communicating with public, creating written communication,...