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Senior Project Engineer - Advanced Mechanical Design & Robotics

We’re hiring a Senior Project Engineer to join an innovative, employee-focused company that brings custom automation and robotic systems to life. This is a full-time, permanent W-2 position where you'll design, build, and see your solutions manufactured on-site and used globally. If you thrive in a hands-on, collaborative environment where your ideas directly impact the final product—and you’re excited about automation, robotics, and high-precision systems—this is the role for you. Key Responsibilities Lead full-cycle mechanical design of custom automation systems and robotic work cells—from initial concept to final production Oversee multiple design projects, managing timelines, priorities, and technical problem-solving Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, and customer teams to ensure high-quality, manufacturable solutions Create detailed 3D models, technical drawings, and bills of materials using SolidWorks Apply knowledge of automation, welding, power transmission, hydraulics, and pneumatics to real-world challenges Continuously improve engineering processes and design standards Requirements Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering (required) Minimum 5 years of hands-on SolidWorks experience designing custom machines (concept-to-completion) Minimum 2 years of experience with automation, welding processes, and customer interaction Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, including machine tools, materials, hydraulics, pneumatics, and power transmission Solid work history and strong project ownership mentality Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder Must reside within 45 minutes of Brown Deer, WI (no relocation or remote work offered) Benefits What We Offer Competitive salary up to $90,000/year Full benefits package Stable, full-time W-2 employment An environment that values innovation, visibility, and individual contribution Career advancement opportunities within a compact, collaborative engineering team

Brown Deer, WI, USA

$90,000/year