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Manpower Engineering is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer with strong experience in industrial robotic automation, specifically within robotic welding system design and build. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience leading robotics automation projects from concept through commissioning, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance, reliable robotic systems for industrial applications.

**Duration:** Long-term contract role.

**Location:** Year 1: Shelby Township, MI Year 2: Northern Ohio, between Toledo and Cleveland

Key Responsibilities:

+ Lead the mechanical design, integration, and build of custom industrial robotic automation systems, with a focus on robotic welding applications.

+ Manage projects through all phases — concept design, detailed engineering, fabrication, assembly, testing, and commissioning.

+ Develop and review 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and BOMs for robotic cells, tooling, and fixtures.

+ Work with robotic systems (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa, etc.) and coordinate mechanical interfaces with electrical, control, and programming teams.

+ Collaborate with suppliers and vendors for mechanical components, welding fixtures, and automation hardware.

+ Conduct design reviews, risk assessments, and tolerance stack-up analyses to validate system performance.

+ Provide on-site support during equipment installation, debug, and customer acceptance testing (FAT/SAT).

+ Maintain project timelines, budgets, and quality standards throughout the lifecycle.

Qualifications:

Education:

+ Prefer Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

Experience:

+ 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and project engineering for industrial automation or robotic systems.

+ Proven experience with industrial robotic systems, welding robot experience highly preferred

+ Strong project management and organizational skills.

+ Familiarity with robotic integration, end-of-arm tooling, conveyance systems, and fixture design.

+ Prefer experience with automotive plants or heavy industry environments.

+ Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

+ Self-motivated with problem-solving and analytical capabilities.

+ Able to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:** **Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

_ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.