Job Summary
We’re looking for a hands‑on Senior Automation & DFM Engineer to design robotic/automated manufacturing cells, lead quoting, manufacturability analysis, and process planning for CNC machining, fabrication, and custom automation projects. If you thrive in a job‑shop environment and love turning complex designs into efficient, cost‑effective manufacturing plans, this role is for you.
Schedule
Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM; Occasional weekend work as needed
Key Responsibilities
- Develop accurate cost estimates for machining, welding, fabrication, and automation builds
- Design robotic and automated manufacturing cells, including layouts, reach studies, cycle-time modeling and safety requirements
- Analyze drawings, GD&T, and specs to improve manufacturability and reduce costs
- Build routings, BOMs, labor standards, and cycle‑time models
- Define manufacturing processes, tooling, fixturing, inspection points, and test requirements
- Support RFQs, proposals, and customer technical discussions
- Identify risks, long‑lead items, and cost drivers
- Collaborate with machining, assembly, suppliers, and customers
- Lead DFM reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
- Mentor junior engineers and estimators
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in design, manufacturing, and cost estimation across machining, fabrication, automation, or job‑shop operations
- Strong CAD software (SolidWorks) skills; CAM literacy a plus
- Deep understanding of GD&T, tolerances, AS9100/ITAR
- Experience designing or supporting robotic or automated manufacturing cells
- Experience with Lean, SPC, DOE, MSA/GRR
- Strong cost‑modeling and problem‑solving ability
- Excellent communication and customer‑facing skills
Preferred Skills
- High‑mix/low‑volume job‑shop background
- Experience with industrial robots (Fanuc) or PLC/HMI systems
- Six Sigma certification
- Experience leading DFM or Kaizen events
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Diverse projects: precision machining to full automation systems
- High impact on quoting strategy and manufacturing direction
- Growth opportunities in a fast‑moving, engineering‑driven company
- Competitive pay and benefits
Benefits:
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Progressive Paid Vacation
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Employer Paid Group Life and Group AD&D Insurance
- Supplemental Voluntary Insurance Available: Life, Accident, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life-Flight, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, ID Theft
- 401(k) Matching up-to 4%
Pay: $90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Describe a specific time when you changed a design or manufacturing approach to reduce project or job cost. What was the issue, what change did you make, and what was the impact?
- Describe a time when your understanding of Mastercam or CAM toolpaths helped you adjust a design to make machining easier or reduce cost. What did you change and why?
- Do you have 5-10 years of relevant experience in design, manufacturing, and cost estimation across machining, fabrication, automation, or job shop operations?
- How many years of hands‑on experience do you have using SolidWorks for mechanical design or manufacturing engineering?
- Describe a robotic or automated manufacturing cell you’ve worked on and your specific role in its design or integration.
Work Location: In person
