Sr. Design Engineer - Precision Machinery Design
Description
Job Title: Senior Design Engineer – Precision Machinery Design
Location: Indianapolis, IN – onsite only
Full-Time, direct hire (not a contract role)
Full-Time, direct hire (not a contract role)
Looking for a place that is 24% to 52% LESS expensive to live with a great quality of life?
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Design Engineer with a background in designing high-precision, moving machinery to join their team. This role requires deep expertise in mechanical systems, linear actuators, motion control, and high-precision tooling. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of designing CNC machines, machining centers, or other high-accuracy mechanical systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead mechanical design projects for complex, high-precision equipment, including motion control systems, material handling components, and structural assemblies.
- Develop and optimize designs for moving mechanical systems, with a focus on linear and rotary motion precision, thermal stability, and vibration damping.
- Collaborate with electrical and software engineers to integrate mechanical and control systems seamlessly.
- Oversee the design and specification of components such as servo motors, ball screws, linear rails, bearings, and actuators.
- Conduct design validation through FEA (Finite Element Analysis), tolerance stack-up analysis, and prototyping.
- Ensure all designs meet relevant industry standards for precision manufacturing and safety.
- Work with suppliers and manufacturing partners to source custom and off-the-shelf components and ensure high-quality builds.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in machine reliability, repeatability, and performance.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in designing precision machinery, such as CNC machines, machining tools, or automated production equipment.
- Strong expertise in motion control systems, precision assemblies, and the design of moving mechanical systems.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, or NX. NX Preferred)).
- Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) and precision manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with servo motors, ball screws, and linear motion control technologies.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
Why Join the team?
- Work on cutting-edge projects that push the boundaries of precision manufacturing.
- Collaborate with industry leaders in aerospace and advanced manufacturing.
- Competitive salary and benefits, including equity opportunities.
- Be part of a fast-growing company shaping the future of metal 3D printing.
What the company is offering:
Compensation depending on experience; $130k to $170k
- Bonus or equity
- Full medical, dental, and vision 100% paid by the company for employees and their families.
- Paid time off
- 9 holidays
Sound interesting? Send your resume to [email protected]