Ashley Global Retail · 1 month ago
Automation Design Engineer
Advance, North Carolina, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelAshley Global Retail is seeking an Automation Design Engineer to support the design and implementation of custom industrial manufacturing machines. The role focuses on project leadership execution, component selection, BOM creation, and basic mechanical design to enhance efficiency and reliability.
E-CommerceFurnitureLifestyleRetail
Responsibilities
Design custom industrial manufacturing machinery components with attention to manufacturability, cost, and performance
Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOM) accurately to support procurement and production needs
Perform basic finite element analysis (FEA) to validate component sizing and structural integrity
Apply principles of pneumatics and hydraulics in machine design and system integration
Support sensor and motor placement decisions to optimize machine functionality. Sizing for pneumatics and electrical actuators for application and cost
Assist with robotics integration and controls, gaining exposure to robotic systems and basic PLC interface concepts
Develop 3D models / complex assemblies and 2D drawings primarily using SolidWorks and AutoCAD software
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design consistency and project alignment
Lead design reviews of their work and participate in reviews of others
Participate in supplier and vendor coordination for component sourcing
Follow company and industry safety standards and guidelines, maintaining awareness of ISO 12100 and ANSI B11 compliance requirements
Contribute to troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts on automated equipment
Qualification
Required
Design custom industrial manufacturing machinery components with attention to manufacturability, cost, and performance
Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOM) accurately to support procurement and production needs
Perform basic finite element analysis (FEA) to validate component sizing and structural integrity
Apply principles of pneumatics and hydraulics in machine design and system integration
Support sensor and motor placement decisions to optimize machine functionality. Sizing for pneumatics and electrical actuators for application and cost
Assist with robotics integration and controls, gaining exposure to robotic systems and basic PLC interface concepts
Develop 3D models / complex assemblies and 2D drawings primarily using SolidWorks and AutoCAD software
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design consistency and project alignment
Lead design reviews of their work and participate in reviews of others
Participate in supplier and vendor coordination for component sourcing
Follow company and industry safety standards and guidelines, maintaining awareness of ISO 12100 and ANSI B11 compliance requirements
Contribute to troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts on automated equipment
Company
Ashley Global Retail
Who We Are: Ashley is the largest furniture store brand in North America—a distinction we’ve held since 2005.
Founded in 1945
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Caitlin Carnahan
Marketing Manager, Brand Partnerships
Christopher Wantlin
Chief Retail Officer
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