Mechanical Engineer 3

• Location: Chillicothe, Illinois
• Type: Contract
• Job #106083

Mechanical Engineer

Location: Mossville, IL

Duration: 12-Month Contract

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Onsite (Flex Schedule: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)

Pay: $43 - $46 an hr


We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a highly collaborative engineering team focused on the design, development, fabrication, and testing of cutting-edge prototype machines and systems. This role offers the opportunity to work on first-of-their-kind projects, partnering with engineers, technicians, and leadership to bring innovative concepts from design through prototype build and validation.


This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys both hands-on fabrication and technical design work, thrives in a fast-paced prototype environment, and is eager to contribute to high-visibility engineering programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop, and test mechanical systems, equipment, and prototype components.
• Support multiple concurrent prototype projects through design, build, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
• Create and review engineering drawings, models, and design documentation.
• Utilize CAD tools to develop prototype designs and support manufacturing processes.
• Investigate equipment failures and recommend corrective actions and improvements.
• Operate and maintain prototype manufacturing equipment, including:
  • 3D printers
  • CNC machinery
  • Cutting, milling, and welding equipment
  • Electrical cable and harness fabrication tools
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop best practices for prototyping and manufacturing.
• Track prototype inventory and provide logistics support for project execution.
• Analyze customer requirements, specifications, and technical documentation to determine project feasibility.
• Support prototype delivery efforts while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Software/Controls Engineering, or related technical field.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Associate degree candidates may be considered with 9+ years of applicable technical experience.
• Strong experience creating engineering drawings and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Experience with CAD software and mechanical design.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, hands-on team environment.

Top Skills

• CAD Design
• Mechanical Fabrication and Assembly
• CNC Machinery Operation and Diagnostics

Preferred Qualifications

• Creo and Creo Simulate experience
• Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)
• Design for Prototyping
• CAD/CAM experience
• Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
• Welding experience
• Machine and System Diagnostics
• Prototype Development Experience

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