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Design Automation Engineer

HIWIN Corporation
Huntley, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026
Hiwin Corporation is the leader in the innovation and manufacturing of motion control and mechatronic system technology. We are one of the largest producers in the world of linear motion components such as: linear guideways, ballscrews, linear motors and stages.

We are currently seeking a Design Automation Engineer to join our fast paced, diverse, and safety centric team. In this role you will be responsible for using Driveworks to automate the configurations of all Hiwin products and in all Hiwin business Systems.

A typical day as a Design Automation Engineer can include:

  • Working with the rest of the Hiwin Engineering team and with external consultants to implement the plan for automating design configurations for all Hiwin products;
  • Developing product configurators using Driveworks and following the standard user interface;
  • Testing, debugging and trouble shooting all product configurations before release;
  • Collaborating with other department and external consultants on integration of the configurator with other business systems, i.e. ERP, CRM and e- commerce;
  • Creating documentation of programming guides, data transfer maps for use of other developers and Hiwin team members;
  • Keeping up to date and recommending software updates, enhancements, and features.

Required Education & Experience

  • Have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering;
  • A strong knowledge of Solid works for Mechanical Engineering and design;
  • Have experience and understanding of product configurators;
  • Have a strong desire for organization, process optimization, and efficiency;
  • Have experience with creating models with tight tolerances;
  • Be experienced with SQL databases, Excel macro programming, and coding in Python, C# or VB;
  • Be a self-starter with ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and properly prioritize activities;
  • Be capable of solving complex problems and sharing knowledge.

Hiwin Team Member Benefits

  • Hiwin pays 100% of the premium for Employee level Medical & Dental Insurance
  • Hiwin pays 100% Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverages
  • Hiwin pays 100% for $50,000 Life Insurance policy
  • Tax Savings (HSA and FSA) Plans
  • Paid Vacation Time, Paid PTO (Paid Time Off), Paid Holidays
  • Retirement planning with company match (401k and Roth 401k options)
  • Ongoing Professional Development & Education Reimbursements

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The compensation range that is listed is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. A team member's pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location and prevailing minimum wage, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

Note: Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We do not sponsor employment visas now or in the future.

HIWIN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs.

Salary : $80,000 - $95,000

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