Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Automation
Axis Automation · Walker, Michigan, United States
Posted 17 days ago · $90,000 - $115,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 17 days Axis Automation's roles stay open a median of 42 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 92% of Axis Automation's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Axis Automation
- high 5 stale, 0 reposted of 13 open
- Hiring momentum
- 18 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Axis Automation's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Axis Automation.
About this role
The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will focus on designing custom automation equipment and machine assemblies using SolidWorks. This role involves leading design efforts from concept through to customer startup, collaborating with various engineering teams, troubleshooting mechanical challenges, and mentoring junior engineers. The position requires a balance of innovative design and practical implementation to meet customer requirements.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Axis Automation as an employer.
What you need
- 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in custom automation, machine design, or industrial equipment
- Strong proficiency with SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software
- Experience designing custom machinery, automation systems, or industrial equipment
- Working knowledge of GD&T, manufacturing processes, and machine design best practices
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams and customers
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Nice to have
- Experience with robotic integration and automated manufacturing systems
- Knowledge of pneumatic systems, servo-driven mechanisms, and motion systems
- Experience supporting projects through machine build, integration, and customer startup
- Previous experience leading projects or mentoring junior engineers
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline preferred
What you get
- Exposure to a wide variety of projects across multiple industries
- Comprehensive benefits package with eligibility immediately upon hire
- Collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for career growth
Worth weighing
- Salary range provided is $90,000 - $115,000
- The role involves a significant amount of collaboration and mentoring, which may not suit all candidates
- Fast-paced environment may be challenging for those who prefer a slower work pace
Summarised from Axis Automation's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Axis Automation on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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