Tool & Design - Mechanical Engineer

JOB SUMMARY & SCOPE Automation Intelligence, a Peak Technologies company, Mechanical Engineer is responsible for designing mechanical tooling and components based on customer specifications and project requirements. This role supports the full product lifecycle, including design, development, documentation, testing, and implementation. The position involves collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders, integration of design with manufacturing and assembly processes, and occasional travel to customer sites to support installation and meetings. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Develop and refine mechanical designs using Fusion 360 and related CAD software. Design complex tooling from concept through finalized drawings. Analyze data to inform engineering decisions and improve functionality and performance. Collaborate with project managers to define schedules, deliverables, and milestones. Engage in system design activities to ensure all components function cohesively. Generate detailed documentation including design specifications, technical drawings, and reports. Communicate project updates and design changes with internal teams and clients. Apply understanding of tolerances and appropriate material selection in all designs. Provide technical assistance and mentoring to other team members as needed. Support project goals across design, manufacturing, assembly, and testing stages. Travel as needed to customer sites to attend meetings and support installation. Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE + KEY TRAITS Technical education or background in mechanical design or engineering required. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Robotics, or Mechatronics Engineering preferred. Mechanical design experience, including calculation of loads, forces, and capacities. Proficiency with Fusion 360 or comparable CAD software for detailed modeling and drawings. Understanding of system design principles, material selection, and tolerance application. Familiarity with manufacturing and plant layout validation. Experience with engineering documentation, drawing creation, and project planning. Knowledge of General Motors tooling design standards is beneficial. Strong mathematical and analytical skills for engineering assessments. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently or collaboratively, and take direction as needed. Must be able to professionally engage with customers and travel when required. Reliable transportation is required. TYPICAL PERFORMANCE TARGETS SERVICE DELIVERY: Sustained, measured excellence in project & process delivery COST TO SERVE: Sustained, measured excellence in delivery efficiency with expected continuous improvement INNOVATION: Step changed delivery in safety, quality, and/or cost LANGUAGE SKILLS Primary language used in daily operations is English. Additional primary company languages include Spanish, French, and Dutch. Read and interpret documents, procedure manuals and various correspondence from both internal and external. Speak effectively, both individually and before groups of both external customers and/or various levels of employees within the organization. SUPERVISION Role does not require supervision of direct and indirect reports. DECISION MAKING + REASONING Able to take accountability and responsibility for business target delivery and decision making. Possess a unique blend of business and technical savvy, a big-picture vision, and the drive to make that vision a reality. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Engineering department Production department Project department PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Activity Amount of Time None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Stand X Walk X Sit X Use hands to finger, handle, or feel X Reach with hands and arms X Climb or balance X Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl X Talk or hear X Lift Up to 25lbs X