Mechanical Engineering Manager - Automation Tooling in Detroit
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Detroit, US
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 12+ years
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- · Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics or related field
- · 7–12+ years of experience in mechanical design within automation or tooling environments
- · Strong 3D modeling skills with the ability to design custom tools and equipment from concept through detailed design
- · Proficiency in one or more CAD platforms:
- o CATIA, NX, Inventor (), Solidworks, AutoCAD
- o Experience with FIDES is an asset
- · Deep understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, fabrication, weldments)
- · Strong knowledge of tolerance stack-ups and GD&T
- · Strong knowledge of electric/pneumatic controls components
- · Proven ability to lead design efforts and mentor team members
Nice to have
- · Experience in an integrator environment supporting automotive OEMs
- · Exposure to robotics, simulation tools, or digital validation
- · Experience establishing design standards or libraries
Full description
Job DescriptionJob Description
About Alfa ITG:
Alfa ITG is a leading tooling company providing cradle-to-grave engineered solutions for the manufacturing industry, incorporating Artificial Intelligence to enhance and differentiate both Alfa ITG and our customers. We are a nimble, fast-growing systems integrator that designs, builds, and installs automation systems for leading North American and global OEMs.
We specialize in taking a customer's product concept from a clean sheet of paper and engineering and building a complete system to produce that product efficiently, within specified cycle times, and to the highest quality standards. Our multidisciplinary team marries mechanical design, controls, and manufacturing know-how to deliver turnkey automation cells—on time, on budget, and production ready.
In this role, you will lead the mechanical design effort across complex automation programs and play a key role in shaping our growing engineering team, working for automotive, aerospace, energy and various other industries.
Position Summary:
The Mechanical Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the design, development, and execution of custom automation equipment for production manufacturing. This role combines hands-on design with technical leadership, ensuring high-quality deliverables, adherence to standards, and successful project execution.
Responsibilities:
· Lead mechanical design activities across multiple automation projects
· Oversee concepts for custom mechanical equipment for manufacturing applications
· If required, Create 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings for:
o Geo-fixtures and weld tooling
o Robotic end-of-arm tooling (EOAT)
o Part locating and holding fixtures
o Custom automation tooling
· Responsible for change control documentation
· Collaborate with controls engineers, manufacturing, and project teams to ensure design feasibility and integration
· Review and approve drawings, BOMs, and design packages
· Mentor and support mechanical designers and junior engineers
· Interface directly with customers during design reviews and technical discussions
· Support build, debug, and launch activities, including design revisions as needed
· Ensure designs meet applicable OEM standards
· Oversee and Manage and Validate Load and Stress Analysis, including FEAs, FDS..