As a Mechanical Engineer III, your primary responsibility will be to provide engineering, design, and project support for automation projects. This will involve working with internal stakeholders to understand requirements, and collaboratively designing innovative automation solutions for custom field-testing equipment. You will be responsible for leading and coordinating technical initiatives across the organization to drive innovation and operational excellence. This position involves overseeing project engineering, extensive use of SolidWorks 3D mechanical design, maintenance strategies, and process improvements to ensure optimal performance and compliance with industry standards. The role emphasizes the development of effective technical teams, fostering collaboration, and promoting knowledge sharing to enhance capabilities. You will identify and implement best practices, manage technical integrity, and ensure that all engineering activities align with organizational goals for safety, quality, and efficiency. 

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

The primary responsibilities of this role are to: 

• Lead some phases and support all phases of automation projects including concept development, basic engineering, prototyping, detailed engineering and design, procurement, construction, start-up, testing and validation, deployment, and sustainment of automated systems. 

• Follow Bayer and industry best practices. 

• Plan and carry out engineering tasks to ensure all project objectives including safety, technical correctness, budget, constructability, schedule, maintainability, and operability are met. 

• Partner with other engineering disciplines, customers and vendors/suppliers to contribute to the successful development and execution of projects. 

• Lead the preparation of specifications, drawings, bills of materials, test procedures, and other project documentation. 

• Lead check-out, commissioning, testing, start up, and field support. 

• Modify existing and create new procedures, standards, and practices to stay current with technology and implement improved methods.  

• Identify risks and design for safety. Lead safety reviews and document safety strategies including interlocks, alarms, procedures, safety systems, etc.  

• Support controlling cost and schedule on assigned projects, including project budget/schedule estimation and proposal. 

• Adhere to company procedures for intellectual property documentation and protection. 

WHO YOU ARE 

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following: 

Required: 

• BS & 4+ years relevant work experience OR MS & 2+ years OR PhD & 1+ years  

• Degree in engineering or science such as Electrical, Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, Agricultural, Computer, Computer Science, Electromechanics, Mechatronics, Industrial, Information Systems, or related field with strong emphasis in automation 

• Intermediate experience in one or more of: automation design, machine design, test engineering, agricultural engineering, automation support, project engineering, or equivalent experience 

• Working knowledge of safety systems, design documentation standards, automation validation, quality assurance, and automated system integration. 

• Strong relevant computer hardware and software skills 

• Intermediate knowledge of relevant national and international standards in area of expertise 

• Knowledge of project control skills including project planning, scheduling, cost control, and requirements development 

• Some experience in providing field support and/or participating in check out, commissioning, and start-up of automated systems 

• Systematic approach to problem definition and solution development 

• Ability to work as a member of cross-functional teams and to participate in multiple projects simultaneously 

• Good organizational and interpersonal skills to deal with people at different levels of management, engineering, suppliers, and internal customers 

• Good verbal and written skills in order to communicate with and obtain cooperation from team members. • Demonstrated ability to write comprehensive technical documents required for project execution 

• Business-proficiency of oral and written English language 

• Willingness and availability to travel depending on project or business needs 

• Working understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements and responsibilities 

Employees can expect to be paid a salary of approximately $73k-109k. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive program (if relevant).  Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc..  This salary (or salary range) is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors. 

This posting will be available for application until at least 6/26/26.