We are currently searching for a Senior Research & Development Mechanical Engineer responsible for leading the development of new mechanical products for the robotics painting market. The size and complexity of your product work will not only vary, but will also require design, analysis, and testing of robotic linkages, drives, and various peripheral components. Most importantly, you will need an understanding of how these elements impact product performance, reliability, and cost.
In addition to the development of new products, you will also be resolving issues with current products and installations. This will often require novel designs and analysis following rigorous engineering discipline. You will often collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing staff, other development staff, sales staff, and customers.
Primary responsibilities will include
- Selection and packaging of critical mechanical components, including castings, weldments, drives, commercial components, and various other machined parts
- Guidance and development of Research and Development Engineers
- Developing, updating, and releasing components, assemblies, and drawings in CAD
- Presenting proposed new product concepts
- Review and rationalization of designs in context of cost, schedule, and risk
- Definition and implementation of required analysis for mechanical design problems
- Definition and execution of product validation and performance tests
- Estimating both the material and development costs of a proposed design
- Reviewing dimensioning and tolerancing strategies for new designs
- Troubleshooting and investigating interdisciplinary problems related to robot motion, electrical, and fluid flow hardware
- Creating technical procedures and content for product documentation
- Some travel is also required
Ideal candidate will have the following experience and education
- Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 5+ years experience in Mechanical Design and Analysis (SolidEdge, SolidWorks, 3D, 2D CAD, Ansys, Mathcad, etc.)
- Demonstrated record of development of mechanisms
- Demonstrated ability to read prints
- Well-developed understanding of industrial design and engineering practices
- Familiarity with general manufacturing processes and their related costs
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters Degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering
It’s Your Move
At FANUC America, our commitment to People is at the heart of everything we do. We recognize and respect the unique contributions of every team member, and we believe in fostering an environment where careers can grow and thrive. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence, we encourage you to explore new opportunities within our organization—whether that means expanding your skill set, stepping into a new challenge, or collaborating across departments.
Your experience and insights already make you a valued part of our team. If you're ready to take the next step, we invite you to apply for this position today. Good luck—and thank you for your continued dedication to FANUC America.
We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Program
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Benefit Dollars
- Generous Holiday & Vacation Program
Sponsorship will not be considered for this position
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans
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What We Do
FANUC America Corporation, headquartered in Rochester Hills, MI is the leading supplier of robots, CNC systems and factory automation. Founded in 1982, FANUC America has over 1,500 employees in the Americas. Our team of automation professionals work in customer service, engineering, finance, human resources, IT, logistics, operations, manufacturing, product development, sales & marketing and training. On October 22, 2019, FANUC America hosted a Grand Opening of our new 461,000 square-foot facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, in order to keep pace with the growing demand for robots and automation. Constructed and in full operation just one year after breaking ground, the new facility houses several departments including engineering, product development, manufacturing and warehousing. FANUC now occupies over one million square feet of building space in Oakland County, Michigan. In 2021, FANUC America was named one of Michigan’s top workplaces by the Detroit Free Press for the 10th consecutive year. In addition, the Chicago Tribune named FANUC America’s Hoffman Estates, IL regional office one of Illinois’ top workplaces.
