Mechanical Project Engineer
Core
Own mechanical design, documentation, and commissioning of electromechanical automation systems and assemblies from concept through release.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical project engineer (automation systems)
Builds
Industrial automation systems (palletizing, case packing, conveyors, material handling) and EOAT for Formic's Robotics-as-a-Service fleet
Domain
Industrial automation / Robotics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Mechanical design, 3D CAD (SolidWorks), GD&T, BOM management, DFM/DFA, root cause analysis, system integration, troubleshooting, project management
Preferred skills
Experience with industrial robots (FANUC, KUKA, ABB, Yaskawa, Universal Robots), EOAT design, cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
SolidWorks, CAD, BOM tools
Responsibilities
Design and prototype automated end-of-line systems; maintain organized model structures and drawing release processes; implement and integrate electromechanical subsystems on the floor; configure, validate, and troubleshoot systems during commissioning; develop test plans and SOPs; perform root cause analysis and hardware troubleshooting; interface with external vendors and system integrators; prepare weekly progress reports
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC