Remote, but with occasional onsite work in Eastern PA and some overnight travel
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US Citizen/Green Card holder The A.C.Coy Company has an immediate opening for a Mechanical Design Engineer. This individual will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of automated conveying systems for a variety of customer projects, as well as serving as a technical reference for resolving ongoing mechanical issues Some overnight travel will be required for training and assisting other project sites. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience in mechanical design and after-sales/support service, preferably involving large-scale engineering, automation, industrial, or robotics projects. Responsibilities Design and develop automated conveyor mechanical systems (belt conveyors, roller conveyors, chains, transfers, etc.) Produce concepts, technical calculations, drawings, and detailed layouts (2D and 3D) Select mechanical components (motors, gearboxes, bearings, structures, mechanisms) Participate in design reviews and ensure compliance with applicable standards (safety, performance, reliability) Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (automation, electrical, manufacturing, procurement) Support manufacturing, assembly, installation, and commissioning of equipment Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting schedules and budgets Provide technical support to after-sales service for equipment installed at customer sites Analyze and diagnose mechanical issues (failures, wear, performance) Propose and implement corrective actions and technical improvements Participate in on-site customer interventions as required Qualifications Required Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design of industrial equipment, ideally conveyors, automation, or material handling systems Minimum of 2 years of experience in technical support/after-sales service (diagnostics, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, recommendations, and corrective actions) Strong understanding of mechanical systems, power transmission, and structures Proficiency with 3-D design software, preferably Inventor Experience with structured continuous improvement approach Proficiency in Root Cause Analysis and related tools Ability to perform mechanical calculations and technical analyses Strong communication skills with experience interfacing with customers, vendors, and internal teams Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Ability to travel to jobsites, as needed, less than 20% Preferred PE License
