Demo

Production Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer

LHH
Wood Dale, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/7/2026

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Production Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanical engineer who enjoys solving real-world problems, working cross-functionally, and seeing designs move from concept through production. This organization designs and builds highly customized thermal and mechanical systems used in technically demanding applications. The culture values teamwork, continuous improvement, and long-term career development.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a technical resource to production teams, supporting day-to-day build activities and resolving manufacturing or test-related issues.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering, operations, and quality to ensure designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, and high-performing.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to product design, build practices, and overall production efficiency.
  • Manage engineering change activities, including documentation updates and coordination with cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), mechanical layouts, and supporting documentation.
  • Participate in validation and testing activities to confirm design intent and product performance.
  • Create, revise, and maintain mechanical drawings, wiring layouts, and piping schematics.
  • Utilize SolidWorks to support design enhancements, custom configurations, and production improvements.
  • Contribute to a positive, team-oriented environment with a strong focus on communication and shared success.


Qualifications and Skills:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Working knowledge of thermodynamics and heat transfer principles.
  • Understanding of basic control loop concepts.
  • Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD tools.
  • 2 years of experience in refrigeration, thermal systems, or HVAC-related engineering.
  • Strong problem-solving ability with an interest in hands-on engineering support.
  • Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Familiarity with PID loops, control logic, or automated systems.
  • Exposure to project coordination, applications engineering, or cross-functional project work.


Compensation Range: $80,000 - $130,000 10% Bonus


Benefits Offered: 3 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.


If you are a passionate Production Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer looking for a new and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!


LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel free to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.


Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.lhh.com/candidate-privacy/

Salary : $80,000 - $130,000

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Production Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Production Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$107,004 - $128,710
Income Estimation: 
$132,092 - $161,552
Income Estimation: 
$120,728 - $146,066
Income Estimation: 
$124,513 - $160,990
Income Estimation: 
$85,954 - $106,408
Income Estimation: 
$106,299 - $135,354
Income Estimation: 
$108,186 - $133,193
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at LHH

  • LHH Milwaukee, WI
  • We are hiring for a Bookkeeper in Milwaukee, WI. This role is open due to growth at a successful professional services firm. You will be responsible for pr... more
  • Just Posted

  • LHH Chicago, IL
  • Manager of FP&A Notable Chicago based diversified holding company We’ve been engaged on a Manager of FP&A search for a highly reputable, privately held hol... more
  • Just Posted

  • LHH Effingham, IL
  • 🚨 Now Hiring: HR & Safety Generalist | Near Effingham, IL 🚨 I'm partnering with a manufacturing client in near Effingham, IL that is seeking an HR & Safe... more
  • Just Posted

  • LHH Downers Grove, IL
  • Controller- Growing Specialty Distribution Company -Western Suburbs of Chicago LHH is partnering with a growing specialty distribution company in the Weste... more
  • Just Posted


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Production Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer jobs in the Wood Dale, IL area that may be a better fit.

  • Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions Bloomingdale, IL
  • Job Type Full-time Description AI is changing the world. Want to help build the technology behind it? It starts with skilled people who assemble, test, and... more
  • 4 Days Ago

  • Principal Manufacturing Broadview, IL
  • CNC Process Engineer- Manufacturing Principal Manufacturing is seeking a CNC Process Engineer to join our team in Broadview, IL. As a leader in fineblankin... more
  • Just Posted

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!