About the Role

A growth-oriented role working directly under the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer. You will design parts and subassemblies of custom automation equipment, build prototypes, and progressively take on greater ownership. The intent is that within a few years you lead machines of your own.

Key Responsibilities

• Design parts, subassemblies, and eventually whole subsystems of custom automation equipment
• Produce well-organised 3D models, fabrication drawings, and BOMs
• Perform engineering calculations (stress, deflection, actuator sizing)
• Build prototypes and in-house parts using a mill, lathe, CNC router, and 3D printers
• Select and size standard components (bearings, linear guides, gearboxes)
• Request quotes, track lead times, and maintain BOM accuracy

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent demonstrated experience
• 2+ years designing machinery or mechanical subsystems
• Solid 3D CAD proficiency (SolidWorks preferred); working understanding of GD&T
• Hands-on shop skills with portfolio of self-built projects
• Must be on-site; comfortable in a working shop, able to lift 50 lbs

About the Organisation

Spring Innovation Fund is a venture philanthropy firm dedicated to Welfare Tech: technologies that improve animal welfare on farms and fisheries and make commercial sense for producers. Through catalytic capital and hands-on incubation, Spring aims to grow the field of Welfare Tech and scale its impact.