Puritan Automation | Southeast Michigan

Puritan Automation is a dynamic, entrepreneurial company specializing in custom assembly and test systems. Since 1950, we've built a reputation for solving complex manufacturing challenges through practical, high-performance machinery---ranging from single-station automation to dial tables and fully integrated work cells.

We're a small, highly capable team where decisions are made quickly, engineers have real ownership, and good ideas get implemented---not buried in layers of process.

As our long-tenured Chief Designer prepares to retire after 40 years, we are looking for the right individual to step into a critical leadership role and help shape the next chapter of the company.

The Opportunity

This is more than a design role---it's a chance to take ownership of the mechanical engineering function within a growing, specialized automation company.

The right candidate will have the ability to influence product direction, customer solutions, and engineering standards, with a clear path to expanded leadership responsibility over time.

Key Responsibilities

Lead mechanical design of custom assembly and test equipment

Develop concepts, layouts, and proposals for new business opportunities

Own projects from initial concept through final commissioning

Design detailed assemblies and components using SolidWorks

Collaborate with controls engineers on integrated electromechanical systems

Support build, debug, and customer runoff activities on the shop floor

Establish design standards, best practices, and documentation discipline

Mentor and guide junior engineering resources as the team grows

What We're Looking For

10--20+ years of experience in custom automation or special machine design

Strong proficiency in SolidWorks (assemblies, layouts, detailing)

Deep understanding of mechanical systems, motion control, and machine integration

Working knowledge of electrical controls, pneumatics, and sensors

Proven ability to develop concepts and support proposal/quoting efforts

Hands-on mindset --- comfortable being involved in build and debug

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