Design Engineer
The Design Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing production machinery, equipment, and fixtures to enable efficient, safe, and scalable manufacturing. The role bridges Production, R&D, and Engineering by translating process requirements into robust technical solutions. You will use your knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, material science, and computer-aided design software to develop new machine solutions according to business needs. The position ensures that designs support operational performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
This role is based in Palm Coast, Florida, supporting local production and global collaboration; the expectation that the candidate will be available for up to 30% travel to collaborate with international teams as needed.
About the role
As a Design Engineer at Alleima, you will be responsible for:
—Design and Development: Develop mechanical concepts, detailed designs, and technical drawings for production equipment, machinery, and fixtures using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor).
—Project Execution: Lead and support design-related projects from concept to installation and validation, ensuring alignment with production requirements and business goals.
—Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Production, R&D, Maintenance, and Quality to translate process and product requirements into technical equipment specifications. Collaborate with external partners and suppliers for the manufacturing, assembly, and integration of machine components and systems.
— Process Optimization: Identify and implement design improvements to increase equipment reliability, ease of use, safety, and efficiency.
— Documentation and Compliance: Create and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, BOMs, risk assessments, and validation protocols, in compliance with medical device standards and internal procedures.
— Support and Troubleshooting: Provide hands-on technical support during equipment building, commissioning, testing, and production ramp-up phases. Troubleshoot mechanical issues as needed.
— Standardization and Best Practices: Contribute to the development of internal design standards, templates, and guidelines to ensure consistency and knowledge transfer across sites.
About you
You are a seeker of knowledge, a problem —solver, and a dreamer grounded in the realities of science and technology. Your expertise in mechanical engineering principles, material science, and computer —aided design software will be essential in developing new machine solutions according to business needs. You will bridge Production, R&D, and Engineering by translating process requirements into robust technical solutions, ensuring that designs support operational performance, compliance, and continuous improvement. Your ability to analyze machine requirements, use CAD software, and provide technical support and troubleshooting will be crucial in this role. You will also maintain detailed documentation of design processes, decisions, and results, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Your strong analytical, creative thinking, and problem —solving skills, along with excellent communication abilities, will enable you to work effectively with a diverse group on a national and international level.
You will manage multiple complex priorities and contribute to the development of internal design standards, templates, and guidelines.
What you can expect from us
A collaborative and innovative environment where your expertise is valued and your contributions make a difference. Opportunities for continuous learning and growth, as we constantly refine and revolutionize material technology with a focus on sustainability.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Health, Dental, and Vision coverage after 30 days
401K with company contribution of 5% plus matching after 90 days
88 paid holiday hours per year
Paid time off (up to 120 hours paid time off after one year)
Additional information
At Alleima, our mission is much more than delivering high-quality products, technology, and processes - working together to develop solutions based on our customer’s needs and thus achieve our business goals, is a better way to describe our daily work. With curious employees and safety as our priority, we create a work environment where you can develop both personally and professionally. With a clear direction for our journey ahead, utilizing our position as a technology leader, progressive customer partner, and sustainability driver, we aim to become an even stronger company in our industry.
Are you ready to take on this challenge together with us? Join us on our journey! www.alleima.com
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What We Do
Alleima is a global manufacturer of high value-added products in advanced stainless steels and special alloys as well as solutions for industrial heating. Based on long-term customer partnerships and leading materials technology, we develop products for the most demanding applications and industries.
Our offering includes products like seamless steel tubes for the energy, chemical and aerospace industry, precision strip steel for white goods compressors, air conditioners and knife applications, based on more than 900 active alloy recipes. It also includes ultra-fine wires for medical and micro-electronic devices, industrial electric heating technology and coated strip steel for fuel cells technology for cars, trucks, and hydrogen production.
The fully integrated value chain, from R&D to end-product, ensures industry-leading technology, quality, sustainability, and circularity.
For more than 100 years, Alleima has recycled steel and today products consist of in average 83% recycled materials. Our arc furnaces use fossil free energy, and the CO2 emissions are low.
Alleima has approximately 5,900 employees an customers in approximately 90 countries