Our client, a major Custom Manufacturing Machine builder, is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with Machine Design Experience to join their Engineering team in Downers Grove, IL. The Mechanical Design Engineer is tasked with:
Leading the design and release of mechanical projects
Applying sound engineering and machine design principles to design custom-engineered equipment
Creating, modifying, and updating all mechanical drawings and BOM's
Analyzing existing designs and providing recommendations for improvements
Mentoring other engineers and designers on best practices for machine design
Performing independent site inspections and supervising equipment installation
Participating in brainstorming and design reviews
Delivering projects on time and within budget
Working with shop assembly personnel in troubleshooting & debugging of equipment
Assisting in the checking of drawings and analyzing tolerance stack-ups
Assisting in developing engineering and drafting standards
Issuing and completing ECO's
Requirements
BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field (Degree is not required)
5 to 10 years of experience designing custom machines and industrial equipment
Driven and ambitious personality with attention to detail
A 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
A machining/fabrication background is a plus
Field experience, customer site audits, and experience supervising installations are 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
Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, life/LTD/AD&D insurance, 401k, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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