Mechanical Engineer

Kestrel Vision
  • Solon, OH
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    Job Description

    Job Description

    Job Description
    About the Role

    We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to design, develop, and optimize mechanical systems for automated vision inspection solutions used in manufacturing environments. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will contribute to the development of innovative, reliable, and cost-effective inspection equipment that enhances product quality and production efficiency.

    Key Responsibilities
    • Design mechanical assemblies, machine structures, fixtures, and motion systems for vision inspection equipment.
    • Develop detailed designs and engineering documentation using CAD tools.
    • Lead mechanical design activities for new product development and customer-specific projects.
    • Create and maintain BOMs, engineering documentation, and design changes.
    • Collaborate with electrical, software, controls, and applications teams to integrate cameras, lighting, automation, and inspection systems.
    • Support prototype development, testing, validation, and product improvements.
    • Troubleshoot mechanical and system-level issues in manufacturing and customer environments.
    • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on performance, quality, reliability, and cost reduction.
    • Ensure compliance with applicable safety and industry standards.
    Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
    • 3–7 years of experience in machine design, industrial equipment, automation, or manufacturing environments.
    • Strong knowledge of mechanical design, kinematics, precision engineering, and manufacturing processes.
    • Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, AutoCAD, or similar.
    • Experience with BOM management, engineering documentation, and product lifecycle processes.
    • Familiarity with ERP systems and PLM tools.
    • Strong problem-solving, project management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
    Preferred Qualifications
    • Experience with automated inspection systems, machine vision, robotics, or industrial automation.
    • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ISO quality standards.


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    We're an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


    We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

    • 401(k) & 401(k) matching
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental & Vision Insurance
    • Disability & Life Insurance
    • Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
    • HSA, FSA
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Employee Assistance Program

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSolon, OH

    Skills

    • AutoCADunmatched
    • Autodesk Inventorunmatched
    • Automationunmatched
    • Bill of Materials (BOM)unmatched
    • CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Softwareunmatched
    • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Cost Controlunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Engineering Bill of Materials (eBOM)unmatched
    • ISO (International Organization for Standardization)unmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Industrial Designunmatched
    • Industrial Engineeringunmatched
    • Industrial Roboticsunmatched
    • Industry Standardsunmatched
    • Lean Manufacturingunmatched
    • Lean Six Sigmaunmatched
    • Machine Vision Inspectionunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Automationunmatched
    • Manufacturing Engineeringunmatched
    • Manufacturing Process Engineeringunmatched
    • Mechanical Assemblyunmatched
    • Mechanical Designunmatched
    • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
    • PTC Creounmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Product Developmentunmatched
    • Product Documentationunmatched
    • Product Lifecycleunmatched
    • Product Lifecycle Managementunmatched
    • Product Testingunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Prototypingunmatched
    • Quality Metricsunmatched
    • Safety Complianceunmatched
    • SolidWorksunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
    • Test Plan/Scheduleunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched

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