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Senior Mechanical Engineer (Machinery Development & Design)

MiTek Inc.
parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, Missouri, Earth City
3750 Rider Trail South (Show on map)
Apr 22, 2026
Job Description Design, test, improve, and support equipment designed by MiTek for the truss manufacturing industry. In this position you will work on robust machinery design that helps customers to improve their production output. Mechanical Engineers will design, document, and troubleshoot all components such as overall machine design, structural frames, mechanical power transmission, and manufacturability of machinery. You will design the full mechanical assembly of the automated machine and be involved in every stage of the system from concept to production. Mechanical Engineers work closely with Electrical and Manufacturing Engineers, and various other teams such as Production, Software, Customer Service to ensure a successful product. Job Responsibilities & Requirements Responsibilities: Design, develop, evaluate, and support automated industrial machinery products with focus in the Component Manufacturing (CM) and off-site construction industry Lead team members through the planning, development, and deployment of complex mechanical architectures with a high level of integrated automation Generate mechanical project execution artifacts of small to large scale deployments (i.e. cost estimates, schedules, resource needs, risks, forecasts, status, etc.) Lead mechanical team members through staged-gating process (i.e. requirements reviews, design reviews, test readiness reviews, verification reviews, etc.) Lead team members through troubleshooting, root cause and corrective actions Design, integrate, test mechanical parts and assemblies using industry best practices Design, integrate, test industrial pneumatic and hydraulic systems Design, integrate, test industrial electro-mechanical and robotic systems Develop and maintain project documentation (i.e. system requirements, engineering drawings, equipment manuals, test plans, project notes, etc.) Ensure compliance with MiTek engineering procedures, guidelines, industry standards, and governmental regulations applicable to industrial machinery Perform engineering analysis and calculations where applicable (including FEA analysis) Enter new or update existing data in MRP/ERP system Support Manufacturing, Marketing & Sales, Purchasing, Installation, and Customer Service Organizations throughout a product's lifecycle Review/stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies Mentor less experienced mechanical engineers and designers Manage individual tasks while leading other mechanical and robotic engineers through project execution with minimal oversight Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering required 8+ years of mechanical engineering design experience required Equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis Strong understanding of strength of materials, statics, and dynamics Proficiency with SolidWorks, PDM, and AutoCAD Mechanical Proficiency in machining and welding symbols with experience in GD&T analysis Proficiency in pneumatic, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems Ability to rapidly diagnose and troubleshoot automated systems Ability to work individually and as part of a team Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and deadlines Strong planning, organizational, and decision-making skills Strong communication skills to interact frequently with stakeholders Additional Requirements: Up to 20% of time traveling for critical on-site activities MiTek Perks: Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time off Day One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision Plans Family friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Reimbursement Performance/Incentive bonuses Career advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursement Retirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit Sharing Employer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and LifeInsurance myFlexPay partner - allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytime MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry toimprove efficiencies by optimizingthe balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation. MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at +1 314-434-1200. www.mii.com