Specials Mechanical Engineer I

Specials Mechanical Engineer I Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation United States, Indiana, Hobart Apr 17, 2026 Specials Mechanical Engineer I
Job Location US-IN-Hobart # of Openings 1 Company Division ILUS Overview About Us Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is the nation's leading independent, U.S.-based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures. If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you! Job Summary Develops custom product designs for automated material handling systems. Works on small, less-complex projects and on teams with more senior engineers. Responsibilities Creates product designs that are manufacturable, scalable, consistent, competitive, and desirable to Daifuku's customers
Performs diverse, specialized and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making
Ensures that new products are safe, reliable and easy to maintain
Follows engineering standards and uses modeling and simulation tools to prove or disprove designs
Partners with the design team, internal customers, manufacturing, quality control, purchasing, and outside vendors to develop new solutions
Maintains a progress schedule that meets project milestones
Performs on-site testing and verification
Travels up to 20%
Assists with developing, engineering, prototyping, testing, and revising products designs
Assists with analyzing data to identify trends in usage, cost, performance, and reliability
Assists with executing test plans for concepts and prototypes
Assists with researching appropriate and cost-effective purchased parts
Assists with engineering calculations to ensure robust designs, including horsepower, stress, torque, deflection, torsion, overhung load, sortation rate, cycle rate, air consumption, and amperage draw Qualifications Education & Experience Requirments Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline, preferably Mechanical, Industrial, or Product Development, or equivalent experience
Experience in the Material Handling industry or a similar industry, such as an internship
Experience in a production/factory/manufacturing environment is highly desirable Knowledge Skills & Abilities Experienced with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD and 2D AutoCAD
Experienced with MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Teams, etc.
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Strategic and creative thinking and problem-solving skills
Team-oriented and collaborative
Self-motivated and detail-oriented
Organizational skills to meet project plans and deadlines
Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
Ability to handle project assignments with minimal supervision
Knowledge of metals and plastics material properties
Knowledge of manufacturing fundamentals
Knowledge of controls devices and industrial controls fundamentals
Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans Federal Contractor If you need assistance applying to an open position online, please email HR-ILUS@daifukuna.com This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Job Posting Min Salary USD $75,000.00 Job Posting Max Salary USD $80,000.00