Job Description
Are you ready to shape the future of industrial automation? Apex Robotics is seeking a visionary Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our elite R&D team in Detroit. In this role, you will lead the end-to-end design lifecycle of high-precision robotic systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex mechanical challenges.
We offer a dynamic, high-growth environment where your designs directly impact global manufacturing efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Lead the conceptual design, prototyping, and testing of complex robotic assemblies and components.
- Perform advanced stress and thermal analysis using FEA tools to ensure structural integrity and performance.
- Collaborate with electrical and software engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration.
- Mentor junior engineers and conduct rigorous design reviews to maintain engineering excellence.
- Manage vendor relationships and oversee the fabrication and assembly process for mechanical parts.
- Optimize designs for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA) to reduce production costs.
- Develop technical documentation, including CAD models, detailed drawings, and BOMs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum of 6+ years of experience in product design, specifically in robotics or automated machinery.
- Expert-level proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks or NX).
- Proven experience with FEA/CFD analysis tools (Ansys or Abaqus).
- Strong understanding of mechanical materials, GD&T, and manufacturing processes (machining, injection molding, additive manufacturing).
- Track record of taking projects from initial concept to mass production.
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills.