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Re:Build Manufacturing · 1 month ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Machine Design

Rochester, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$95K/yr - $120K/yr

8+ years exp

Re:Build Optimation specializes in delivering custom-engineered process equipment and automated systems, with nearly 40 years of experience in complex chemical process systems. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will lead engineering projects, solve complex challenges, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring safety and technical excellence.

IndustrialIndustrial AutomationIndustrial ManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of major engineering projects or multiple large, complex assignments

Serve as project manager or field lead, integrating scheduling, budgeting, resource planning, and engineering execution

Drive Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) principles and promote a culture of safety excellence

Serve as a technical specialist, applying advanced engineering theories, methods, and analysis tools

Solve complex engineering challenges, conduct research, and develop innovative solutions aligned with project goals

Prepare and manage proposals, estimates, risk analyses, and technical documentation

Develop and maintain project schedules using tools like Microsoft Project or Deltek Vision

Participate in business development initiatives (“Small Game” client engagement and “Big Game Hunting” strategic pursuits)

Lead client meetings and internal design reviews, ensuring technical quality and alignment with requirements

Create design standards, perform engineering calculations, and oversee detailed mechanical drawing sets

Mentor and develop junior engineers, offering technical guidance and constructive performance feedback

Build strong client relationships by understanding their needs, constraints, and goals

Travel occasionally for site visits, design reviews, installations, or client collaboration

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringMachine DesignSolidWorksProject ManagementHealthSafetyEnvironmental (HSE)FEA/CFD toolsClient Relationship ManagementAnalytical SkillsMentoringCommunication SkillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field required, or equivalent experience accepted

Over 8 years of advancing machine design experience, encompassing industrial automation, custom tooling, robotics, motion systems, sensors, and associated technologies

Over 8 years of experience working with SolidWorks; familiarity with FEA/CFD tools is highly desirable

Ability to develop PFDs, P&IDs, and other visual documentation for process and machine design

Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and multi-disciplinary teams

Strong skills in engineering design principles and project management methodologies

Proficiency in software such as SolidWorks, Microsoft Project, and Deltek Vision

Excellent communication, analytical, and client relationship management skills

Passion for mentoring talent and fostering a collaborative, high-performance engineering culture

Preferred

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or eligibility strongly preferred

Benefits

Employee Ownership – everyone shares in our growth and long-term success.

Participation in our annual bonus plan

Long term incentive plan

Career Growth – gain exposure to diverse industries, technologies, and cross-functional teams.

Innovation Forward – work with brand new tools, techniques, and engineering methods.

People-Centric Culture – supportive, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement.

Company

Re:Build Manufacturing

Re:Build Manufacturing is a family of industrial businesses combining cutting-edge enabling technologies, operational superiority and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company.

Founded in 2020

Framingham, Massachusetts, USA

1001-5000 employees