Job Details
About AMC and Coesia
Automation & Modular Components (AMC), located in Davisburg, MI, is a leading manufacturer in conveyor systems and solutions on a global scale. Operating for over 35 years, AMC impacts a wide range of markets including (but not limited to): automotive, food, medical, pharmaceuticals, electronics, packaging etc.
AMC is part of Coesia, a group of innovation-based industrial and packaging solutions companies operating globally, headquartered in Bologna, Italy. Coesia has 141 operating units in 35 countries, a turnover of about 1.9 billion euros and over 8,000 employees.
About the Role
As a member of the engineering department, this Mechanical Design Engineer will be charged with thinking creatively and independently, as well as developing custom factory automation systems from blank concept to full design. The position is responsible for the concept, costing, design and development of new products and systems such as conveyors. This position will sit onsite at the AMC location and will report directly to AMC s Engineering Manager.
Tasks & Responsibilities
- Designing material handling systems, mechanisms, and machines from concept to production.
- Design and specify components for conveyors, special machines, and handling systems.
- Analyze project requirements and perform technical calculations supporting design including mechanical sizing of components such as motors, cylinders, chain etc.
- Manage part number creation and revisions within a controlled process.
- Create 2D system layout drawings.
- Create 3D models and detailed drawings of components and assemblies.
- Create an accurate Bill of Materials.
- Enter items for release into ERP system.
- Contribute to establishment of standard design practices and processes.
- Support manufacture, build and validation of systems.
- Work with purchasing and suppliers to source components and ensure final quality.
- Assure projects are quoted, designed, and manufactured in accordance with sound engineering principles and meet customer and company expectations.
- Support sales team in pre-sales technical concept and budgeting activities.
- Provide existing product line support in design activities and/or modification of hardware in production.
- Critical thinking with excellent problem-solving skills, able to work independently and in team environments.
What You Need to Be Successful
- Bachelor s degree in mechanical engineering or similar related degree.
- 3+ years experience in design of custom factory automation systems.
- 3+ years SolidWorks or similar modeling and design software for the design and analysis of parts, assemblies, drawings, and bills of material.
- Knowledge and experience in the design and application of fluid power (hydraulic, pneumatic, vacuum), electro-mechanical actuators, robotic systems, and machine drive systems, servos, steppers, drives, indexers.
Our Offer
Coesia North America offers a competitive benefit package which includes, among other things:
- Multiple health insurance plan options.
- 401k.
- Short/Long-term Disability plans.
- PTO and holiday package.
Automation and Modular Components provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.