Prime Robotics seeks a Mechanical Project Engineer to transform high-level customer proposals into build-ready robotic warehouse automation solutions and drive their implementation. You will own the end-to-end technical execution of customer projects from post-sales through deployment, ensuring seamless delivery while maintaining high standards of technical excellence and customer satisfaction.
What You'll Do
- Finalize and translate high-level sales proposals into detailed, build-ready designs across mechanical, software, and systems engineering disciplines.
- Own and drive the development of final layout drawings, system architecture, pallet/rack configurations, and hardware BOMs for robotic case-pick systems.
- Coordinate and review racking designs, robot staging plans, and integration zones to ensure seamless compatibility with warehouse environments.
- Serve as the primary technical liaison between Sales Engineering, Manufacturing, Software, and Field Deployment teams.
- Lead the handoff process from sales to execution, ensuring all technical requirements are clearly understood and achievable.
- Collaborate with manufacturing and procurement teams to push production schedules and resolve design-related blockers proactively.
- Conduct design validation checks, field constructability reviews, and mechanical/electrical interface evaluations.
- Identify engineering risks early and work cross-functionally to mitigate scope creep or timeline impact.
- Lead technical discussions with customer engineering teams, operations managers, and IT personnel.
- Create and maintain project technical documentation throughout the implementation lifecycle.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field OR equivalent combination of technical education and hands-on warehouse automation experience.
- 3-5 years of warehouse automation implementation experience with direct project involvement.
- 2+ years of robotics implementation experience including system design, deployment, or commissioning.
- Experience with software solutions integration including WMS, control systems, or automation software.
- Proven track record of successful customer-facing technical projects from design through implementation.
- CAD software proficiency (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar) for creating and modifying technical drawings.
- Project management tools experience with scheduling, tracking, and documentation systems.
- Ability to work in warehouse and industrial environments including temperature variations, noise, and dust.
- Walking, standing, and climbing for extended periods during site surveys and implementations.
- Lifting up to 50 lbs when handling equipment, components, and testing materials.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local and regional travel.
Nice to Have
- Warehouse Management System (WMS) integration experience with major platforms (Manhattan, SAP, Oracle).
- Material handling systems experience including conveyors, sorters, and automated storage systems.
- Industrial networking knowledge including Ethernet/IP, Profinet, or other industrial communication protocols.
- Safety systems experience with industrial automation safety standards and risk assessment.
- PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar industrial control platforms.
- SCADA/HMI development experience for operator interfaces and system monitoring.
- 3D modeling capabilities for system visualization and layout planning.
Technical Stack
- AutoCAD, SolidWorks
- WMS (Warehouse Management System)
- Ethernet/IP, Profinet
- PLC (Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
- SCADA/HMI
Team & Environment
Reporting to the VP of Project Delivery.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $90,000-$120,000
- Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Dedicated vacation and sick leave.
- Hands-on experience with advanced robotics technology.
- A collaborative culture where innovation thrives.
- Contributing to transformative technology in a fast-growing industry.
Work Mode
This is a remote position.
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