We are supporting a client who designs automated systems for customers in aerospace, medical device, and advanced manufacturing. They are looking for a Mechanical Engineer with a strong machine design background who enjoys working across the full lifecycle of a system from concept and CAD to assembly, testing, and customer support.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a less-structured environment, wears multiple hats, and likes seeing their designs physically built and tested.

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Eden Prairie, MN
Salary: 90-125k

What You’ll Do

Design industrial heating and automated systems (approx. 75% design-focused role)
Create machine designs from scratch, including frames, mounting structures, and assemblies
Select mechanical components and materials and support quoting and cost estimation
Develop systems for:
- Infrared and industrial heating
- Heating equipment for extruders
- High-speed, high-temperature test systems for aerospace customers
- Custom benches and equipment for medical device manufacturing, including catheter and stent finishing (electropolishing)
Work on a mix of:
- Repeat systems (~70%)
- Fully custom designs (~30%)
Build and assemble the systems you design
Perform checkout, testing, and troubleshooting
Run basic simulations and analyses to validate designs

What We’re Looking For

BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar
3+ years of experience in mechanical or machine design is targeted
Hands-on experience with automated systems or industrial equipment
Strong CAD skills (SolidWorks or similar)
Experience selecting components and designing for manufacturability

Why This Role?

Direct ownership of designs from concept to build
High exposure to custom machine design
Small team with minimal bureaucracy
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace and medical device applications

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