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About the Role
We're building production lines for a brand new fiber optic connector product driven by AI data center demand. Our in house automation team works like an internal system integrator: we design, build, program and commission custom semi automated equipment. We're looking for a mechanical engineer to design the machines, precision tooling and fixtures that make it happen. You'll take each design from whiteboard concept to deployed equipment and own the whole machine, not just one module.

What You'll Do
Architect and design custom automated machinery, tooling, fixtures and semi automated solutions that improve cycle time, ergonomics, safety and quality
Own the mechanical design of mechanisms, frames, multi axis motion systems, guarding and precision fiber handling tooling
Apply GD&T, tolerance stack ups and DFM/DFA to build equipment that holds micron level tolerances
Select and integrate pneumatics, motors, actuators, bearings, sensors and machine safety hardware
Produce full design packages: 3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs, assembly instructions and maintenance documentation
Lead prototyping, bench testing and process trials
Build, debug, calibrate and validate equipment, and support FAT and equipment qualification
Collaborate with our controls, vision and process engineers through design reviews and whiteboard sessions

What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
5+ years of mechanical engineering experience (strong mid level engineers are also encouraged to apply)
Advanced SolidWorks 3D CAD and detailing skills
Proven experience designing custom automation equipment, capital equipment or complex electromechanical systems
Solid working knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5), tolerance stack ups and precision machine design
Hands on experience building, debugging and qualifying equipment in a manufacturing environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Unrestricted authorization to work in the US (no current or future sponsorship)

Nice to Have
Fiber optics experience
Exposure to PLCs, motion control, robotics or machine vision integration
SolidWorks PDM or similar
NPI, FAT/SAT or IQ/OQ/PQ experience
Familiarity with machine safety standards such as ISO 13849 or ANSI B11

Why This Role
You'll design entire machines from a blank slate for a new product with a long roadmap ahead, and see your designs go from concept to running production lines.

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Automation Controls Engineer (PLC Programming)

About the Opportunity
We're launching a brand new fiber optic connector product built for the growing demand from AI data centers, and our automation team is building the equipment to make it. We design, build and program our own custom machines in house. Several new machines are fully built and ready for their control software, and we need an experienced controls engineer to bring them to life. If you enjoy writing code from a blank page and seeing a machine run for the first time, this role is for you.

Your Responsibilities
Develop new PLC programs from the ground up in Allen Bradley Studio 5000, using ladder logic and structured text
Program control software in Python on machines built around Python based platforms
Design operator HMI screens (ProFace) for running, monitoring and troubleshooting equipment
Set up and tune servo axes, multi axis motion and Epson robot programs
Bring Keyence vision systems, sensors and IO together into complete machine logic
Build and update electrical schematics, IO lists and control panel layouts
Take machines through FAT, commissioning and debug, managing code revisions along the way
Work side by side with mechanical and vision engineers in a collaborative, whiteboard driven team

What We're Looking For
A track record of writing PLC programs from scratch for new equipment, not just maintaining existing code
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Controls or Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of hands on industrial automation or machine controls experience
Strong Allen Bradley Studio 5000 skills. Experience with Beckhoff, Siemens or CODESYS is also welcome
Background in HMI development, motion control and robot integration
Familiarity with EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT, Modbus or OPC UA
Understanding of machine safety and electrical safety standards (OSHA, NFPA 70E)

Bonus Points
Python for machine control or test automation
Experience with ProFace HMIs, Keyence vision or Epson robots
System integrator or machine builder background
Electrical CAD experience (SolidWorks Electrical or similar)

Why You'll Like It Here
This is true greenfield work. You'll own complete machines from first line of code through production, on a new product line with years of roadmap ahead, and work alongside a hands on team that values curiosity and collaboration.

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Controls Technician

About the Role
We're building production lines for a brand new fiber optic connector product driven by AI data center demand. We need a hands on controls technician to keep our custom automated equipment running. You'll be the first line of defense on machine downtime, faults and sensor errors, which keeps our engineers focused on design. Experienced technicians who lean toward the engineering side will thrive here.

What You'll Do
Diagnose and resolve machine downtime, faults and sensor errors quickly
Debug IO and diagnose PLC and HMI code
Maintain and repair electrical panels, sensors, servo drives and pneumatics
Install, maintain and program robotic arms and motion control components
Work from electrical schematics, CAD drawings and technical manuals to troubleshoot and modify equipment
Support our engineers during machine builds and commissioning
Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) and industrial safety standards

What You'll Bring

Associate degree or technical certification in automation, mechatronics, electronics or a related field
Hands on PLC and HMI experience, including diagnosing and modifying code
Allen Bradley Studio 5000 experience preferred. Beckhoff, Siemens or CODESYS experience is also welcome
Solid understanding of industrial electrical panels, AC/DC voltage, sensors, servo drives and pneumatics
Experience with robotic arms and motion control
Ability to read and work from schematics and technical drawings
Strong troubleshooting instincts and a sense of urgency when equipment is down

Nice to Have
Epson robot or ProFace HMI experience
Exposure to machine vision systems

Why This Role
You'll work on brand new equipment for a growing product line, alongside engineers who will give you exposure to the design side.

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Controls Engineer

About the Role
We're building production lines for a brand new fiber optic connector product driven by AI data center demand. Our in house automation team works like an internal system integrator: we design, build, program and commission custom semi automated equipment. The machines are built, and we need controls. This is fully greenfield work. You'll write PLC, HMI, vision and robot code from a blank slate and take each machine from first line of code through to production.

What You'll Do
Write PLC software from scratch for new automated equipment in Allen Bradley Studio 5000, using structured text and ladder logic
Develop Python based control software on machines that run on Python
Build and configure HMI screens (ProFace) for machine operation and monitoring
Program and tune servo motors, multi axis motion and Epson robots
Integrate Keyence vision systems, sensors and IO into machine logic
Create and modify electrical schematics, IO lists and panel layouts
Lead factory acceptance testing, commissioning, code revisions and root cause analysis
Collaborate with our mechanical and vision engineers through design reviews and whiteboard sessions

What You'll Bring
Proven experience writing PLC code from a blank slate on new machines. Maintenance only backgrounds will not be a fit
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Controls Engineering or a related field
5+ years of hands on automation experience
Strong Allen Bradley Studio 5000 experience. Beckhoff, Siemens or CODESYS backgrounds will also be considered
Experience with HMI development, motion control and industrial robot programming
Knowledge of industrial protocols such as EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT, Modbus and OPC UA
Working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA 70E and machine safety standards

Nice to Have
Python programming for machine control
ProFace HMI, Keyence vision or Epson robot experience
CAD experience for electrical design (SolidWorks preferred)

Why This Role
You'll own entire machines from start to finish on a new product with a long roadmap ahead, instead of maintaining one module of someone else's design.

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As Mechanical Engineer, you will serve as the lead designer on the equipment development team, taking ownership of complex machine designs from initial concept through build, testing, and production deployment. This is a highly hands-on engineering role focused on custom machine design and automation equipment development, not manufacturing engineering.

You'll lead complete mechanical assemblies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and help drive innovative equipment solutions that support advanced manufacturing processes.

What You'll Do

Lead the mechanical design of complex semi-automated manufacturing equipment using SolidWorksManage designs within SolidWorks PDM, ensuring proper revision control and data managementCreate detailed 2D mechanical drawings with full dimensioning, tolerancing, and GD&TSelect materials and specify purchased components including bearings, actuators, pneumatics, sensors, and linear motion systemsDesign for manufacturability, assembly efficiency, operator usability, and serviceabilityPerform hands-on prototyping, assembly, testing, debugging, and equipment qualificationPartner with controls, software, and electrical engineers to integrate PLCs, robotics, vision systems, and automation technologiesTranslate process requirements into practical equipment solutions alongside process engineering teamsSupport deployment of equipment to production operations in Shakopee and future expansion sites in Mexico

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience designing custom automation or semi-automated manufacturing equipmentExpert proficiency with SolidWorks, including complex assemblies and mechanismsExperience with SolidWorks PDM and engineering document controlStrong 2D drafting skills with GD&T, tolerancing, and manufacturing documentationKnowledge of material selection for precision equipment applicationsExperience integrating purchased mechanical components into custom-built systemsHands-on experience building, assembling, and troubleshooting equipmentProven ability to work effectively with controls, electrical, software, and process engineering teamsBackground in precision assembly equipment, fiber optics, medical devices, or small form-factor manufacturingExperience designing benchtop or tabletop semi-automated equipmentFamiliarity with PLC-controlled equipment and vision systems from a mechanical integration perspective

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As Mechanical Engineer, you will serve as the lead designer on the equipment development team, taking ownership of complex machine designs from initial concept through build, testing, and production deployment. This is a highly hands-on engineering role focused on custom machine design and automation equipment development, not manufacturing engineering.

You'll lead complete mechanical assemblies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and help drive innovative equipment solutions that support advanced manufacturing processes.

What You'll Do

Lead the mechanical design of complex semi-automated manufacturing equipment using SolidWorksManage designs within SolidWorks PDM, ensuring proper revision control and data managementCreate detailed 2D mechanical drawings with full dimensioning, tolerancing, and GD&TSelect materials and specify purchased components including bearings, actuators, pneumatics, sensors, and linear motion systemsDesign for manufacturability, assembly efficiency, operator usability, and serviceabilityPerform hands-on prototyping, assembly, testing, debugging, and equipment qualificationPartner with controls, software, and electrical engineers to integrate PLCs, robotics, vision systems, and automation technologiesTranslate process requirements into practical equipment solutions alongside process engineering teamsSupport deployment of equipment to production operations in Shakopee and future expansion sites in Mexico

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience designing custom automation or semi-automated manufacturing equipmentExpert proficiency with SolidWorks, including complex assemblies and mechanismsExperience with SolidWorks PDM and engineering document controlStrong 2D drafting skills with GD&T, tolerancing, and manufacturing documentationKnowledge of material selection for precision equipment applicationsExperience integrating purchased mechanical components into custom-built systemsHands-on experience building, assembling, and troubleshooting equipmentProven ability to work effectively with controls, electrical, software, and process engineering teamsBackground in precision assembly equipment, fiber optics, medical devices, or small form-factor manufacturingExperience designing benchtop or tabletop semi-automated equipmentFamiliarity with PLC-controlled equipment and vision systems from a mechanical integration perspective

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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As Mechanical Engineer, you will serve as the lead designer on the equipment development team, taking ownership of complex machine designs from initial concept through build, testing, and production deployment. This is a highly hands-on engineering role focused on custom machine design and automation equipment development, not manufacturing engineering.

You'll lead complete mechanical assemblies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and help drive innovative equipment solutions that support advanced manufacturing processes.

What You'll Do

Lead the mechanical design of complex semi-automated manufacturing equipment using SolidWorksManage designs within SolidWorks PDM, ensuring proper revision control and data managementCreate detailed 2D mechanical drawings with full dimensioning, tolerancing, and GD&TSelect materials and specify purchased components including bearings, actuators, pneumatics, sensors, and linear motion systemsDesign for manufacturability, assembly efficiency, operator usability, and serviceabilityPerform hands-on prototyping, assembly, testing, debugging, and equipment qualificationPartner with controls, software, and electrical engineers to integrate PLCs, robotics, vision systems, and automation technologiesTranslate process requirements into practical equipment solutions alongside process engineering teamsSupport deployment of equipment to production operations in Shakopee and future expansion sites in Mexico

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience designing custom automation or semi-automated manufacturing equipmentExpert proficiency with SolidWorks, including complex assemblies and mechanismsExperience with SolidWorks PDM and engineering document controlStrong 2D drafting skills with GD&T, tolerancing, and manufacturing documentationKnowledge of material selection for precision equipment applicationsExperience integrating purchased mechanical components into custom-built systemsHands-on experience building, assembling, and troubleshooting equipmentProven ability to work effectively with controls, electrical, software, and process engineering teamsBackground in precision assembly equipment, fiber optics, medical devices, or small form-factor manufacturingExperience designing benchtop or tabletop semi-automated equipmentFamiliarity with PLC-controlled equipment and vision systems from a mechanical integration perspective

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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As Mechanical Engineer, you will serve as the lead designer on the equipment development team, taking ownership of complex machine designs from initial concept through build, testing, and production deployment. This is a highly hands-on engineering role focused on custom machine design and automation equipment development, not manufacturing engineering.

You'll lead complete mechanical assemblies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and help drive innovative equipment solutions that support advanced manufacturing processes.

What You'll Do

Lead the mechanical design of complex semi-automated manufacturing equipment using SolidWorksManage designs within SolidWorks PDM, ensuring proper revision control and data managementCreate detailed 2D mechanical drawings with full dimensioning, tolerancing, and GD&TSelect materials and specify purchased components including bearings, actuators, pneumatics, sensors, and linear motion systemsDesign for manufacturability, assembly efficiency, operator usability, and serviceabilityPerform hands-on prototyping, assembly, testing, debugging, and equipment qualificationPartner with controls, software, and electrical engineers to integrate PLCs, robotics, vision systems, and automation technologiesTranslate process requirements into practical equipment solutions alongside process engineering teamsSupport deployment of equipment to production operations in Shakopee and future expansion sites in Mexico

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience designing custom automation or semi-automated manufacturing equipmentExpert proficiency with SolidWorks, including complex assemblies and mechanismsExperience with SolidWorks PDM and engineering document controlStrong 2D drafting skills with GD&T, tolerancing, and manufacturing documentationKnowledge of material selection for precision equipment applicationsExperience integrating purchased mechanical components into custom-built systemsHands-on experience building, assembling, and troubleshooting equipmentProven ability to work effectively with controls, electrical, software, and process engineering teamsBackground in precision assembly equipment, fiber optics, medical devices, or small form-factor manufacturingExperience designing benchtop or tabletop semi-automated equipmentFamiliarity with PLC-controlled equipment and vision systems from a mechanical integration perspective

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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As Mechanical Engineer, you will serve as the lead designer on the equipment development team, taking ownership of complex machine designs from initial concept through build, testing, and production deployment. This is a highly hands-on engineering role focused on custom machine design and automation equipment development, not manufacturing engineering.

You'll lead complete mechanical assemblies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and help drive innovative equipment solutions that support advanced manufacturing processes.

What You'll Do

Lead the mechanical design of complex semi-automated manufacturing equipment using SolidWorksManage designs within SolidWorks PDM, ensuring proper revision control and data managementCreate detailed 2D mechanical drawings with full dimensioning, tolerancing, and GD&TSelect materials and specify purchased components including bearings, actuators, pneumatics, sensors, and linear motion systemsDesign for manufacturability, assembly efficiency, operator usability, and serviceabilityPerform hands-on prototyping, assembly, testing, debugging, and equipment qualificationPartner with controls, software, and electrical engineers to integrate PLCs, robotics, vision systems, and automation technologiesTranslate process requirements into practical equipment solutions alongside process engineering teamsSupport deployment of equipment to production operations in Shakopee and future expansion sites in Mexico

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience designing custom automation or semi-automated manufacturing equipmentExpert proficiency with SolidWorks, including complex assemblies and mechanismsExperience with SolidWorks PDM and engineering document controlStrong 2D drafting skills with GD&T, tolerancing, and manufacturing documentationKnowledge of material selection for precision equipment applicationsExperience integrating purchased mechanical components into custom-built systemsHands-on experience building, assembling, and troubleshooting equipmentProven ability to work effectively with controls, electrical, software, and process engineering teamsBackground in precision assembly equipment, fiber optics, medical devices, or small form-factor manufacturingExperience designing benchtop or tabletop semi-automated equipmentFamiliarity with PLC-controlled equipment and vision systems from a mechanical integration perspective

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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As Mechanical Engineer, you will serve as the lead designer on the equipment development team, taking ownership of complex machine designs from initial concept through build, testing, and production deployment. This is a highly hands-on engineering role focused on custom machine design and automation equipment development, not manufacturing engineering.

You'll lead complete mechanical assemblies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and help drive innovative equipment solutions that support advanced manufacturing processes.

What You'll Do

Lead the mechanical design of complex semi-automated manufacturing equipment using SolidWorksManage designs within SolidWorks PDM, ensuring proper revision control and data managementCreate detailed 2D mechanical drawings with full dimensioning, tolerancing, and GD&TSelect materials and specify purchased components including bearings, actuators, pneumatics, sensors, and linear motion systemsDesign for manufacturability, assembly efficiency, operator usability, and serviceabilityPerform hands-on prototyping, assembly, testing, debugging, and equipment qualificationPartner with controls, software, and electrical engineers to integrate PLCs, robotics, vision systems, and automation technologiesTranslate process requirements into practical equipment solutions alongside process engineering teamsSupport deployment of equipment to production operations in Shakopee and future expansion sites in Mexico

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience designing custom automation or semi-automated manufacturing equipmentExpert proficiency with SolidWorks, including complex assemblies and mechanismsExperience with SolidWorks PDM and engineering document controlStrong 2D drafting skills with GD&T, tolerancing, and manufacturing documentationKnowledge of material selection for precision equipment applicationsExperience integrating purchased mechanical components into custom-built systemsHands-on experience building, assembling, and troubleshooting equipmentProven ability to work effectively with controls, electrical, software, and process engineering teamsBackground in precision assembly equipment, fiber optics, medical devices, or small form-factor manufacturingExperience designing benchtop or tabletop semi-automated equipmentFamiliarity with PLC-controlled equipment and vision systems from a mechanical integration perspective

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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