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Mechanical Engineer

Monroeville, PA

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll contribute to the design and development of robotic solutions, from mechanical components to integrated automation equipment. Building on a solid foundation of design experience, you’ll handle independent design tasks while collaborating closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams. Your role includes shaping system layouts, supporting design concepts, and helping bring automation projects from idea to completion.

 

Located just outside of Pittsburgh PA, Premier Automation builds and delivers advanced automation systems for global manufacturers. Our team blends deep engineering expertise with a down-to-earth, collaborative culture. We offer career growth opportunities, a strong team dynamic, and real-world technical challenges that keep you engaged and learning.

 

 

Our Benefits Package: Invested in Your Success

We believe in taking care of our team. Here’s how we do it:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage with a 100% company-paid deductible
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
  • Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage
  • Paid time off package with PTO, 10 company holidays, sick leave, and parental leave for growing families
  • Overtime compensation
  • Company-provided tools and boot allowance
  • Education assistance for ongoing professional development
  • $1,000 employee referral bonuses
  • Employee wellness programs

 

 

Your Experience at Premier

Here’s what you can expect from the role, the team, and the culture that supports you:

  • Position Type: Full-time, salaried role with compensation based on years of experience
  • Schedule & Travel: Monday–Friday day shift on site (not remote or hybrid); involves 10–20% travel and occasional on-call support, including some evenings or weekends; eligible for overtime compensation
  • Interview & Onboarding Process: Virtual interview, on-site interview and facility tour, reference checks, and pre-employment screening
  • Location & Work Environment: Based out of our Monroeville and Murrysville, PA facilities (10 minutes apart); engineers balance time between office work and being hands-on in the shop or at customer facilities, supporting integration from concept to completion
  • Growth & Exposure: Work directly with advanced robotics technology and collaborate across disciplines including controls, mechanical design, and project management; partner with senior engineers who mentor and guide, while you build technical expertise and take on increasing project responsibility
  • Team Culture & Appreciation: Join a supportive team that values communication, problem-solving, and collaboration; enjoy company snacks and lunches, recognition events, branded apparel, and team-building activities such as sports leagues, volunteer activities, and seasonal celebrations

 

 

Duties and Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Engineer, you:

  • Design and develop precision mechanical components and assemblies for robotic automation systems, focusing on structural integrity, manufacturability, and system performance
  • Develop custom mechanical components such as end-of-arm tooling, fixtures, and support structures
  • Create detailed 3D CAD models, layouts, and assembly drawings using SolidWorks or comparable CAD software
  • Contribute to concept development and assist in quoting robotic systems to meet customer needs
  • Collaborate with Sales and Engineering teams to develop technical proposals and project estimates
  • Engage with customers to clarify technical requirements, provide guidance, and ensure alignment throughout the project
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams (Controls, Project Management, Fabrication) to ensure designs meet specifications and are delivered on time
  • Participate in internal design reviews and help implement improvements to system performance, efficiency, and manufacturability
  • Maintain project documentation and track design progress to meet deadlines and quality expectations
  • Support build, testing, and integration phases with hands-on involvement as needed to see projects through to completion

 

 

Experience and Qualifications

What You Bring:

  • Hands-on mechanical design experience, preferably in robotics, automation, or machine design
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks) with experience creating complex assemblies and detailed part drawings with proper tolerances
  • Ability to apply mechanical engineering principles to design robotic cells, end-of-arm tooling, support structures, and integrated motion components
  • Experience with material selection, tolerance analysis, and designing for manufacturability and reliability in dynamic systems
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on practical, hands-on solutions
  • Clear communication, collaboration, and organizational skills — able to manage independent design tasks, balance multiple projects, and work effectively with cross-functional teams and customers

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME), Mechanical Engineering Technology (BMET), or Mechatronics Engineering
  • Demonstrated experience designing robotic systems or cells, including motion components, frame layouts, guarding, and custom fixturing
  • Familiarity with industrial robots such as Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa, or Universal Robots, particularly from a mechanical integration perspective
  • Familiarity with programming in PLCs (Allen-Bradley or Rockwell)
  • Experience supporting quoting and proposals by providing design input, rough layouts, and concept visuals
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

 

 

Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Premier Automation does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.

 

Employment is conditional on passing a background check and drug screening, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

At Premier Automation, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our team and our inclusive culture that respects, values, and embraces the unique experiences and perspectives of each individual. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission to foster a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.

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