The Role
Design complex automated systems and robotic equipment using advanced mechanical engineering principles and CAD tools. Develop assemblies, production drawings, BOMs, I/O lists, P&IDs, and other technical documentation. Support projects from concept through production implementation while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams. Apply expertise in machine design, mechanisms, materials, GD&T, tolerance analysis, DFM/DFA, motion control, pneumatics, sensors, and actuators.
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STAFF MECHANICAL ENGINEER
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.
The Core Values we embody:
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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.
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 a Plus.
- 3 to 10 years of professional hands-on experience in Mechanical Engineering experience with progressively increasing technical and project responsibility.
- Proficiency with mechanical CAD tools such as SolidWorks, including complex assemblies, production drawings, BOM development, and design documentation.
- Strong understanding of mechanics, machine design, materials, mechanisms, structural design, and electro-mechanical systems.
- Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), tolerance analysis, and mechanical drawing practices.
- Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/DFA) principles and the ability to apply them throughout the design process.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within small, multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Strong written and verbal technical communication skills.
- 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 designing complex automation equipment, robotic systems, test equipment, fixtures, EOAT, or precision mechanisms.
- Experience with electro-mechanical motion control, pneumatics, sensors, actuators, and industrial automation components.
- Adept at generating test plans, running tests, collecting data and generating customer proposals.
- Ability to collaborate with controls and electrical engineering on system-level documentation such as I/O definitions, pneumatic schematics, and equipment interfaces.
- Experience with engineering scripting or data-analysis tools such as Python is preferred.
- Experience designing machined, sheet-metal, fabricated, molded, and additive-manufactured components, with consideration for manufacturing process capabilities and cost.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- 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
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited university, or equivalent related experience
- 3 to 10 years of professional hands-on mechanical engineering experience with increasing technical and project responsibility
- Proficiency with mechanical CAD tools such as SolidWorks, including complex assemblies, production drawings, BOM development, and design documentation
- Knowledge of mechanics, machine design, materials, mechanisms, structural design, and electromechanical systems
- Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and mechanical drawing practices
- Knowledge of DFM/DFA principles and ability to apply them during design
- Ability to work independently and collaborate within multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Strong written and verbal technical communication skills
- Ability to travel up to 20% between locations and for work-related purposes
- Reliable transportation due to multiple client sites
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Experience designing complex automation equipment, robotic systems, test equipment, fixtures, EOAT, or precision mechanisms
- Experience with electromechanical motion control, pneumatics, sensors, actuators, and industrial automation components
- Experience creating test plans, running tests, collecting data, and generating customer proposals
- Ability to collaborate with controls and electrical engineering on I/O definitions, pneumatic schematics, and equipment interfaces
- Experience with engineering scripting or data-analysis tools such as Python
- Experience designing machined, sheet-metal, fabricated, molded, and additive-manufactured components
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The Company
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.
