Mechanical Engineer - Industrial Equipment

Location: Downers Grove, IL

Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 (Experience-dependent)

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the team in Downers Grove, IL. As a Mechanical Engineer in Machine Design your primary responsibilities would include:

· Lead the design and release of mechanical projects

· Apply sound engineering and machine design principles to design custom engineered equipment

· Create/modify/update all mechanical drawings and BOM’s

· Analyze existing designs and provide recommendations for improvements

· Mentor other engineers and designers on best practices for machine design

· Perform independent site inspections and supervise equipment installation

· Participate in brainstorming and design reviews

· Deliver projects on time and within budget

· Work with shop assembly personnel in troubleshooting & debugging of equipment

· Assist in the checking of drawings and analyze tolerance stack ups

· Assist in developing engineering and drafting standards

· Issue and complete ECO’s

Requirements

· BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field (Degree is not required)

· 3 years’ experience designing industrial equipment

· Driven and ambitious personality with attention to detail

· Creative, innovative and forward-thinking approach to engineering design

· Excellent problem solving skills in a team-oriented environment

· Understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding and general fabrication

· Machining/fabrication background is a plus

· Field experience, customer site audits and experience supervising installations is a plus

· Strong CAD 2D and 3D proficiency required, Inventor is preferred

· Experience with GD&T is preferred

· FEA experience is a plus

· 15% availability for travel, including some weekends and international opportunities

Note: Direct hire position. Equal opportunity employer