At Andrews Cooper, we specialize in delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions in the HardTech space, partnering with industry leaders in Consumer Technology, Medical Technology, Clean Technology, and Automation & Robotics. With a mission to solve novel, ambiguous challenges, we help our customers achieve significant differentiation and success in their industries. Our people-first culture is built on the core values of Own It, Help Each Other Win, and Be Cool, creating an environment where engineers can build fulfilling careers while delivering exceptional work. This role will be on-site.
The Core Values we embody:
- Help Each Other Win—AC values winning as a team over personal recognition. Go out of your way to help a teammate and the team succeed.
- Own It—Don’t wait for someone else to clear the way. Recognize opportunities to improve, and when obstacles arise, join forces to overcome them.
- Be Cool—Be self-aware, maintain a positive attitude, prioritize emotional intelligence, and maintain composure under pressure.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a similar degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience in a related field. MSME is a plus.
- 7+ years of professional hands-on experience in Mechanical Engineering.
- 3+ years of experience designing complex automated systems as part of a multi-disciplined team.
- Up to 20% of travel may be required between locations.
- Ability to travel for work-related purposes as needed; access to reliable transportation is required due to the nature of our business and multiple client sites.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Background checks are required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in electro-mechanical motion control as applied to prototype test fixtures.
- Proficiency with general ME CAD tools, generating BOM, I/O lists, and P&IDs: SolidWorks or equivalent.
- Adept at generating test plans, running tests, collecting data and generating customer proposals.
- Proficiency in Python required.
- Good understanding of basic mechanics and machine design.
- Experience with automation or product development processes from concept to production.
- Experience with designing sheet metal, 3D printed, and machined parts.
- Design complex automated systems as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Create and manage technical documentation (e.g., BOMs, I/O lists, P&IDs).
- Develop Automation mechanical design solutions using advanced engineering principles and CAD tools.
- Support project lifecycle from conceptual design through production implementation.
- Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), employee assistance programs (EAP), and dependent savings accounts (DSA).
- Paid leave for maternity and paternity for birth or adoption.
- Generous PTO for vacation, sick, community service, and 8 paid holidays.
- In-office snacks, coffee, and sponsored lunches.
- 401k retirement plan with 3% employer contribution.
- Access to hands-on mentorship to advance professional skills and an educational reimbursement.
Skills Required
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a similar degree
- 7+ years of professional hands-on experience in Mechanical Engineering
- 3+ years of experience designing complex automated systems
- Proficiency in Python
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
What We Do
AC is an enterprise grade product development services firm with deep expertise in product engineering & custom automation Concurrent creation of new products with automated inspection, assembly and test capabilities by AC enables otherwise impossible breakthroughs in design, performance and manufacturability. In over 21 years of service, we’ve assembled a team of 130+ engineers, technicians, program managers & support staff. We’re honored to have earned the repeat business of nearly every customer who’s experienced working with us. Household name, industry defining multinationals measure their engagements with AC in years and decades. Mid-cap niche leaders use us to catapult to the next level, and early stage companies with big dreams leverage AC to deliver on their Missions with the effectiveness and quality of the Fortune 100. We take on only select new Customers – we know we’ll be a good fit if you’ve got vision, ambition, and dedication to the principle that we all win when we’re all on the same team.
