Job Title: Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
Position available in: Elk Grove Village, IL
Job Type: Full time
Broetje Automation is the world's leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics, working with the top names in our industry. Worldwide locations include: Germany, USA, France, United Kingdom, Russia, China, and Japan. US locations include: Buffalo (NY), Charleston (SC), Savannah (GA), Wichita (KS), Mobile, (AL) and Seattle (WA).
Summary: As a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a critical role in the design and development of cutting-edge aerospace machinery for our OEM applications. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet the rigorous demands of the aerospace industry.
Education:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering
• Course specialization in design and product development and/or Machine Mechanics and Welding Technology, course examples may include:
  • Experimental Strength of Materials, Applications of Machine Elements, Mechanics of Machine Design/ Design of Machine Components, Applied Mechanism Kinematics and Dynamics, Advanced Machine Design
  • Welding Processes, Advanced Materials in Manufacturing, Joining Processes

Desired Experience & Qualifications:

• Exposure to one or more of the following professional environments: machine design, automation design, overhead conveyor systems, and steel work
• Deep understanding of Machine Mechanics Design, Product Development Design, and Structure Analysis - Fine Element Analysis from academic coursework background and/or professional experience.
• Demonstrates understanding of operator ergonomics and designing for manufacturing.
• Experience designing weldments and machining prints; understanding of liner guide, ball screw, rack design.
• Mechanical design experience using SolidWorks (Catia V5) to develop designs.
• An open-minded and flexible attitude, showing willingness to learn and ability to work in a team.
• Goal-oriented work approach and ability to cope with pressure.

Job Responsibilities:

• Developing products within a team of design & sales engineers which may include designing in Catia, BOMs, and field support work.
• Utilize specifications to create design concepts, and contribute to the development of machine designs, structural equipment, and organizational designs.
• Organize design and development of customer projects including budgets, timelines, and acting as the primary point of contact in open projects for the customer and Project Manager
• Support sales efforts by working directly with sales engineers and/or sales manager to create design concepts based on customer specifications, utilizing existing products as a reference where possible and solutions to help expand our current offerings.
• Become technically proficient in current and future product offerings (i.e., automated drilling and fastening equipment, composites manufacturing, etc.)
• Utilize advanced tools (CAD tools - SolidWorks, CATIA)

Our Team will Offer:

• A dynamic team with industry knowledge, expertise, and high-tech resources
• Care and a culture of an open-minded international company
• Support by a highly qualified and professional team of engineers and technicians

Compensation/Benefits:

• Competitive Wages
• 401(k) company match
• 100% paid healthcare premiums (medical, dental, vision)
• Disability plan & group life insurance program
• Three weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 13 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• International travel opportunities (Germany)

Visit: www.broetje-automation.com and https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_4J6KrX5aHnXZJUoOCDRQ