Mechanical Design Engineer

We're hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer in Wood Dale, IL. Sterling Engineering is partnering with a longtime client of more than 25 years to hire a Mechanical Design Engineer for a direct hire opportunity. Our client is a stable, mid-sized manufacturer known for developing custom-engineered electrical products and investing in the growth of early career engineers. If you're passionate about product design, enjoy creating solutions in SolidWorks, and want to build your career with an experienced engineering team, we'd love to connect. NOTE: Only candidates local to the Chicagoland area will be considered. Location: Wood Dale,IL Schedule: Full-Time Hire Type: Direct Hire Salary: $68,000 to $75,000 annually What You'll Do: • Design new mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks • Create detailed manufacturing drawings with GD&T and proper tolerancing • Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) • Support prototype development, testing, and design validation • Work directly with manufacturing to optimize designs for production • Perform engineering calculations related to material selection, strength, and thermal performance • Process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and maintain engineering documentation • Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve existing product designs Required Qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering • 0 to 3 years of engineering experience • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher • Previous engineering internship or co-op is required • Strong SolidWorks design experience • Understanding of GD&T, manufacturing drawings, and mechanical design principles • Experience with machining, fabrication, or assembly processes is preferred • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills Why Join? • Exceptional health benefits • Stable, financially strong manufacturing company • Well-tenured leadership that provides mentorship and career development • High visibility role with hands-on product design experience • Excellent opportunity to launch your engineering design career Please Note: • Candidates must have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be considered. • Previous internship or co-op experience is required. • This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or visa sponsorship. If you're an early career Mechanical Engineer who enjoys product design and wants to grow your SolidWorks experience in a collaborative manufacturing environment, apply today or send me a direct message to learn more. Sterling Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.