Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer (Automation Background)

The Davis Companies
Massachusetts, US
On-site

Job Description

🚀 Design Machines That Never Stop Production

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Automation / Packaging

We’re hiring a senior‑level Mechanical Design Engineer to design and improve high‑speed automated machinery used in packaging and web‑handling environments. This is a hands‑on role owning full machine design from concept through build, debug, and customer acceptance.

What You’ll Do

  • Design complete machines using SolidWorks / AutoCAD
  • Release BOMs, assemblies, and drawings
  • Drive cost reduction & continuous improvement
  • Support manufacturing, debug, FATs, and start‑ups
  • Work directly with customers (occasional travel)

What We’re Looking For

  • BS in Mechanical Engineering
  • 10–15 years machine automation experience
  • Strong SolidWorks
  • Experience with packaging machinery, web handling, pneumatics
  • Multi‑project, hands‑on mindset

Nice to Have

  • VFFS / HFFS, food or regulated environments
  • PLC exposure, CE‑compliant design

Keywords: Mechanical Design Engineer, Automation Engineer, Packaging Machinery, SolidWorks, Machine Design, Web Handling, Pneumatics, Industrial Automation

Skills & Requirements

Technical Skills

SolidworksAutocadCost reductionContinuous improvementPackaging machineryWeb handlingPneumaticsMulti-project mindsetMechanical designAutomationPackagingWeb handling

Employment Type

FULL TIME

Level

mid

Posted

4/13/2026

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