PRAB, Inc.
PRAB, Inc. is hiring: MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER in Kalamazoo
PRAB, Inc., Kalamazoo, MI, US, 49006
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The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for accurate preparation of all equipment drawings required for customer approval, shop manufacturing and installation. This role acts as the project lead for jobs throughout design, fabrication, and start‑up of the equipment, being the main point of contact with the customer throughout.
The duties include reviewing specifications with the customer, preparing approval drawings, communicating with customers about questions and schedules, preparing accurate manufacturing drawings, communicating with shop personnel regarding design questions, reviewing equipment before shipment to ensure all design details have been implemented, supporting Customer Service for any issues that may arise, and demonstrating strong mechanical design, project management, and communication skills.
Qualifications
Dedication to excellence and quality output
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years of design experience in process or heavy industrial equipment
Process equipment design or operation experience preferred
Experience starting up or troubleshooting operating equipment desired
Design experience with sheet metal, hoppers, chutes, structural supports
Ability to read electrical and pneumatic diagrams with general knowledge of industrial instrumentation and controls desired
Proficient use of Inventor or Solidworks for 3D CAD, AutoCAD for 2D CAD, Excel, and Word
Strong project management, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Excellent customer support and management
Problem‑solving skills (inter/cross departmental)
Willingness to travel (10% typical)
General Responsibilities
Promote excellence throughout the department
Develop proper and efficient equipment designs, including large‑scale systems
Produce detailed mechanical equipment drawings using CAD (Inventor and AutoCAD)
Manage assigned projects
Maintain CAD drawing files
Interface with shop floor fabricators and tradesmen
Engage in general project engineering and customer contact, including occasional customer visits
Produce quality and accurate parts, models, and drawings
Handle drawing transmittals
Adhere to schedules and release dates
Provide prompt and effective communication with customers and co‑workers
Understand company procedures and processes
Perform any duties assigned by the manager
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Machinery Manufacturing
Kalamazoo, MI – Salary: $65,000.00 – $85,000.00
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