Sterling Engineering · 4 hours ago
Mechanical Design Engineer
Blaine, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expSterling Engineering is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their Medical & Life Sciences Automation team. This role focuses on designing custom automation equipment for regulated industries, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring system performance and safety.
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Responsibilities
Design and develop custom automated equipment and machinery
Create 3D and 2D CAD models (SolidWorks preferred)
Design sub-systems and stations that integrate into larger automation platforms
Partner with Controls Engineers to define automation sequences and safety systems
Perform tolerance analysis to ensure system accuracy and performance
Develop concept models for footprints, motion ranges, and operator interfaces
Produce full engineering documentation packages:
Fabrication drawings
Bills of Materials (multi-level BOMs)
Support risk assessments, safety reviews, and GAMP documentation
Collaborate with suppliers for component selection and sourcing
Support build, debug, testing, and proof-of-principle activities
Mentor junior engineers and support best engineering practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related)
3+ years of mechanical design experience
Strong experience with SolidWorks (3D CAD)
Strong experience with AutoCAD or DraftSight (2D CAD)
Strong experience with GD&T
Knowledge of machine design & custom automation
Knowledge of manufacturing processes & materials
Knowledge of pneumatics and pneumatic schematics
Knowledge of BOM creation and engineering documentation
Ability to perform engineering calculations: Structural
Ability to perform engineering calculations: Kinematics
Ability to perform engineering calculations: Dynamics
Familiarity with FEA (SolidWorks Simulation preferred)
Familiarity with machine safety standards
Familiarity with supplier collaboration and sourcing
Strong communication skills and attention to detail
Preferred
Experience with GAMP documentation
Experience with ISO 9001:2015
Experience with SolidWorks Electrical
Experience with MathCAD
Experience with ERP/MRP systems
Experience with PDM software (SolidWorks EPDM)
PE license is a plus
Company
Sterling Engineering
Sterling Engineering is an engineering company providing technical recruitment and engineering project services.
501-1000 employees
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