Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Mechanical Engineering Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Invio Automation is a leading provider of advanced automation solutions, serving high-growth markets including medical device and life sciences, renewable energy, mobility, logistics & fulfillment, and heavy industry. Our collaborative teams deliver mission-critical R&D pre-validation services that lay the foundation for full-scale automation systems—where precision, efficiency, and accuracy are essential to success. With seven locations across North America and a global network of partners, Invio maintains a strong presence in key regions where local service and support matter.
Invio’s proven portfolio of Industry 4.0 technology includes Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGVs) for heavyweight applications, turnkey assembly lines, welding automation, lift-assist tools for safety-critical operations, robotic cells, multi-station assembly systems, bonding and welding technologies, vision systems, and precision dispensing solutions such as high-viscosity pumps, impulse bag sealing, and needle bending.
Working at Invio means making a direct impact on the future of American manufacturing. We are committed to improving the lives of those who partner with us by designing and integrating custom-engineered automation solutions that enhance safety, increase efficiency, and raise product quality for our customers.
This role requires the application of engineering theories and related knowledge to design industrial automation systems and tooling. Senior Principal Engineer Managers must possess a working knowledge of mechanical principles and an understanding of 3D models, layout drawings, and engineering specifications in addition to the ability to work independently and manage various projects from start to finish. The ideal candidate will possess a continuous improvement mindset and have a passion for improving engineering standards and process flow. Challenging Invio’s program managers, project engineers, designers and detailers to integrate sound engineering practices into the design of advanced industrial solutions will be a high priority. The individual must possess a sound technical background, have a strong desire to develop engineering talent, and be capable of managing multiple priorities and customers. Demonstrating exceptional customer service and responsiveness is a requirement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Passion for growth and the desire to build the engineering depth and capability required to expand Invio Automation suite of solutions and market penetration across multiple industries
- Operational and engineering technical depth to lead the implementation of engineering design standards across Invio Automation suite of solutions
- Hands-on experience and technical acumen to successfully lead internal and external design reviews, customer buy-offs, and root cause analysis in the field
- Actively manage awarded programs to ensure key milestone gates are achieved and customers receive turn-key solutions delivered right the first time
- Oversee customer scope of work to ensure all contractual terms and conditions are met
- Possesses proactive behavior, takes initiative, seeks continuous improvement
- Must be able to communicate effectively with employees, colleagues and customers both orally and written
- Manage a team of up to a dozen mechanical engineers in day to day activity and project completion
- Schedule activities to complete assigned tasks and projects, communicate and document requisite information per established Innovative policies and procedures
- Monitor team activities and progress against budgets and schedules, pushing for Engineering Change Orders as required and ensuring that communication internally and to the customer is clear and timely
- Conceptualize and review designs and assemblies for a variety of moderately complex to complex automated stations and systems
- Analyze as-built tool design information and prepare design update plans
- Understand customer needs, apply technical knowledge to identify process requirements, recommend and implement custom engineered solutions
- Demonstrate Engineering professionalism in all activities and provide efficient service to customers
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be professional, proactive and positive, with internal and external customers and coworkers. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business technical procedures. Ability to write reports, effectively present information and respond to questions from management and customers (internal/external)
- Ability to solve problems and manage a variety of diverse engineering challenges
- Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
- Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and improve existing processes
- Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical controls drawings
- Technically proficient in Solidworks; Familiarity with other 3D design platforms is beneficial
- Basic understanding of machining tools and common machining practices
- Working knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Proven organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills
- Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office Programs)
- Strong presentation skills; executive presence
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work well under pressure and to remain flexible to changing schedules and demands.
A four year degree in design, mechanical engineering, manufacturing or a related field, AND at least 15 years of related experience with 5+ years leading Engineers on multiple projects. Machine design experience preferred. Requires at least five years of mechanical 3D solid modeling experience and proficiency in Solidworks.
INVIO AUTOMATION’S CORE VALUES
- We take pride in the reliability of our team and the difficult problems we solve for customers.
- We deliver real customer value that positively impacts the lives of those around us.
- We are dependable. Relationships and trust matter.
- Our ingenuity and desire to improve lives will complement our suite of solutions.
- We strive to demonstrate that our attention to detail does not start or end with the solutions we engineer and deliver.
- We believe exceptional service is better demonstrated than said.
