Automation Mechanical Engineer

DeSHAZO, LLC
life insurance, vision insurance, paid holidays, short term disability, long term disability, 401(k)
United States, Alabama, Huntsville
Oct 30, 2025
Position: Automation Mechanical Engineer Location: Huntsville, AL DeSHAZO provides various companies with engineered solutions that help to improve the quality or productivity of an existing manufacturing/assembly process. Their engineering teams visit customer sites, observe manufacturing processes and prepare a 3-D conceptual design of the equipment or system to meet client's requirements. Their engineering teams design, build, and install one work cell or a complete automation system in various facilities. They focus on automated systems for manufacturing environments with processes such as assembly, testing/inspection, material handling, welding, equipment control, and robotic vision and packaging systems. Most of their customers work in heavy manufacturing or automotive industries. Qualifications: Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering preferred, but willing to look at anyone that has machine design experience with or without a degree Machine design (minimum of 5 years) preferably with an automation/robot integrator. 3d design; Solidworks preferred (Solidworks macro knowledge would be a plus) Mechanical aptitude when dealing with machined parts, problem solving, and ability to be hands-on if needed. Understand tolerances and equipment assembly and fit up. Ability to work without being managed/task oriented/self-starter Have project management experience Preferred Qualifications: Ideal candidate: a BSME, Solidworks modeling and macros experience, and 5+ years of machine design. Great communication with their colleagues related to the projects, as well as their clients. Good listeners and able to analyze what their clients need and respond in a timely manner. High quality designs and are very efficient when producing designs. Minimum supervision and can be given a task and receive little or no guidance; however, still get the projects done on time and within budget. Performance Measures: Most projects for this position last on average around 18 weeks. Based on the project, the designer will be measured on completing it on time and within budget. Ability to produce accurate and efficient drawings with little to no rework. Weekly team meeting to discuss where each project stands regarding to budgeting and timing. Performance is posted on the employee's task list and in the shop for all employees to see the project schedule. Travel: 10-15% overnight travel; while installs at clients typically last anywhere from 7-14 days, the mechanical designers will only be required to be there 3-5 days at most projects. BENEFITS AVAILABLE: Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance 401k plan with match Company-paid short term disability insurance Long term disability insurance available Company-paid basic life insurance Employee assistance program Additional life insurance available 9 paid holidays PTO Program Tool purchase program Weekly pay periods with direct deposit Competitive pay Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category DeSHAZO's Mission: DeSHAZO is committed to elevating our clients' business needs through custom-built cranes and tailor-made automation systems. We enhance our products by providing expert inspections, repairs, modernizations or rebuilds.