Mechanical Engineer

What you'll do

• Design, prototype, test, and release automation systems and EOAT, including SolidWorks models, drawings, and BOMs.
• Integrate, commission, troubleshoot, and validate electromechanical systems on the shop floor; resolve issues and improve reliability.
• Coordinate project delivery and cross-functional support, including deployment feedback, training materials, and design improvements.

What they ask for

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design, mechanical systems engineering, mechatronics, robotics, or a related field, including 3+ years designing systems or equipment for industrial automation and robotic applications.
• Experience owning mechanical designs from concept through manufacturing release, including 3D assemblies, detailed drawings, component selection, and BOMs.
• Strong 3D CAD proficiency, drafting and GD&T skills, and familiarity with industrial robotic systems and their integration.
• Willingness and ability to work hands-on on the shop floor; located in or willing to relocate to greater Chicago and work on-site; able to travel up to 25%.

Nice to have

• Advanced SolidWorks experience, including large assembly management, top-down design, and configuration-driven design.
• Experience designing and implementing EOAT or end-of-line robotic automation applications.

Pay

$120,000 — $150,000 USD (base salary)

Tools

SolidWorks, FANUC, KUKA, ABB, Yaskawa, Universal Robots

AI focus

Formic uses AI-powered tools in some interviews to help evaluate candidate responses; final hiring decisions are made by humans. The role itself does not specify AI work.