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Machine Designer

Toledo, OH | Work from home flexibility

Posted: 02/03/2026 Industry: Manufacturing Job Number: 37393

Job Description

We are seeking a Machine Designer in any of the following locations:
Toledo OH, Columbus OH, Midland MI, Troy MI, or Portage, MI.

A minimum of 7 years related experience is required.

You will play a pivotal role in the detailed design and development of specialized machinery and material handling equipment essential to manufacturing and industrial clients using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.

Base salary is $85-$90K, relevant to experience, education and certifications.

*Opportunity for ample rewards and generous bonus opportunities.
Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), opportunities for professional development and training, generous PTO & paid holidays*

Job description:
  • Lead the mechanical design and development of machinery and automated material handling equipment, applying AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor for detailed 3D modeling and 2D fabrication drawings.
  • Develop design packages for machinery, incorporating ductwork and support structures as specified.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate machine design within overall facility layouts, referencing PIDs, PFDs, and utility schematics to ensure seamless system compatibility.
  • Conduct thorough QA/QC documentation reviews to ensure deliverables meet quality standards and external code requirements prior to client submission.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary design review sessions, incorporating feedback from project management, discipline leads, and client representatives to maintain alignment and manage scope changes.
  • Conduct site walks to validate equipment installation, perform field inspections, and inform corrective action plans.
  • Assist in the development of project-specific documentation including BOMs, equipment data sheets, and maintenance manuals.
  • Utilize version control and change management protocols to track design revisions and maintain project records in compliance with company policies.
  • Contribute to risk management by identifying potential design or operational hazards and suggesting mitigation strategies during design phases.
  • Communicate effectively with cross-disciplinary teams, clients, and contractors through clear, concise technical reports, meeting presentations, and written correspondence.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of manufacturing technologies, automation trends, and emerging design tools relevant to machine design and material handling.

Required:
  • Minimum 7 years of mechanical design experience specializing in machine design and material handling equipment within the manufacturing or industrial sectors.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor for 3D modeling, detail drawings, and fabrication documentation.
  • Demonstrated expertise designing fabrication weldments and structural supports compliant with AWS D1.1 and ANSI machinery safety standards.
  • Familiar with process and utility layouts, referencing PFDs, PIDs, and plant utility systems to coordinate machine interfaces effectively.
  • Solid understanding of mechanical design calculations related to load analysis, stress, deflection, and weld integrity.
  • Experience collaborating with project managers, discipline leads, engineers, and other designers in a multidisciplinary AEC/EPC environment.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills capable of producing technically rigorous documentation and effectively presenting complex concepts.
  • Detail-oriented with a proven track record of meeting quality and safety standards under tight project schedules.

Preferred:
  • Experience with SolidWorks as an alternative CAD platform.
  • Familiarity with other design software such as Navisworks or Plant 3D software and its application in piping and equipment utilities design.
  • Knowledge of fabrication and assembly processes, commissioning/startup support, and constructability reviews in industrial projects.
  • Exposure to process piping design, including familiarity with ASME B31.3 code and equipment utility systems such as compressed air, chilled water, or vacuum.
  • Prior involvement in mentoring junior designers or engineers, promoting best practices and continuous improvement.
  • Strong cost and schedule awareness that contributes to value engineering and optimization efforts on projects.

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