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Mechanical Engineer

Komline
Rockford, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2027

About Komline:

As a pioneering leader in advanced separation technologies, Komline has established a global reputation for engineering excellence. Through our combination of innovative design, cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities, and decades of industry experience, we consistently deliver the highest quality equipment from our integrated manufacturing facilities. Serving our core markets in water, wastewater, agricultural and industrial processes, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive separation solutions precisely tailored to our clients' requirements. With a strong track record of strategic growth and acquisitions, Komline continues to expand its solution portfolio and technical capabilities while maintaining our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.


This Opportunity:

Komline is a high-growth private company with operations across eighteen locations in the US and Canada. We are growing our team and seeking candidates who excel in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment. Our Mechanical Engineers take equipment from design concept to the shop floor to the field. Depending on your interests and experience, the role can focus on design engineering, project engineering, or manufacturing engineering, with room to move between them as you grow.


Responsibilities:

  • Design equipment and robust, cost-effective product improvements for customer projects using SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor
  • Generate and review drawings, bills of material, specifications, and technical manuals for accuracy prior to release for fabrication
  • Oversee projects through manufacturing, testing, and field commissioning to ensure they are finished on time, within budget, and within scope
  • Work directly with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to coordinate scope, changes, and cost reduction


Required Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Demonstrated skills in mechanical design, including stress analysis, materials selection, and fabrication and manufacturing methods
  • Experience with SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, or AutoCAD, and the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Strong time management and multitasking skills to maintain project schedules
  • Ability to lift parts with or without assistance up to 30lbs


Preferred (for Level II):

  • Design knowledge of sheet metal fabrication or piping systems (ASME and AWS specifications)
  • Project management experience in a manufacturing environment (PMP Certification)


Location:

Rockford, Illinois (Komline-Barnes)

Our largest facility, Komline-Barnes is about 85 miles northwest of Chicago. The team designs and fabricates filtration systems that clean the coolants and fluids used in industrial machining and manufacturing. Engineers here own customer projects from design through fabrication, testing, and delivery.


Travel: Generally no more than 10%


Equal Opportunity Statement: Komline is an EEO employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled


Salary : $80,000 - $100,000

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