Design Engineer

Job Description

Mechanical Engineer
Salary: $68,000 - $80,000

Location: Wood Dale, IL

Industry: Electrical Applications

Our client has been a trusted partner of ours for over 25 years and is a stable, mid-sized manufacturing company with a strong reputation for quality and long-term growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer looking to kick off their career in a hands-on, design-focused role within a collaborative manufacturing environment.

This position is centered on SolidWorks-based product design and core mechanical engineering responsibilities supporting new and existing product lines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and modify components and assemblies using SolidWorks
• Create detailed 2D drawings with proper GD&T and manufacturing tolerances
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Support prototype development, testing, and design validation
• Perform basic engineering calculations (stress, load, thermal considerations, material selection)
• Work with manufacturing to resolve design-related production issues
• Assist with ECOs (Engineering Change Orders) and documentation updates
• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve product performance and manufacturability

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 0-3 years of engineering experience (internships/co-ops welcome)
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks
• Understanding of mechanical fundamentals (statics, materials, heat transfer basics)
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as machining, fabrication, or assembly
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Why Work Here?

• Exceptional Health Benefits
• Great Stability - Established and financially sound organization
• Well-Tenured Leadership - Strong mentorship and consistent direction
• High Visibility Role - Direct interaction with leadership and cross-functional teams

Meet Your Recruiter

Zachery Noble
Technical Recruiter

Zach Noble is a Technical Recruiter at Sterling Engineering, supporting the Commercial Division. He brings four years of corporate recruiting experience in human resources and continues to build his career with Sterling after recently joining the team.

Zach enjoys the relationship-driven side of recruiting, including getting to know candidates, understanding their goals, and helping them identify opportunities that align with their career path. His approach is centered on communication, trust, and helping people feel supported throughout the hiring process.

For Zach, recruiting is about more than matching experience to a job description. It is about helping people take meaningful steps forward in their careers while supporting teams with the talent they need to grow and succeed.

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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