Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer
$115k - $140kESPO Corporation
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Des Plaines, IL
Job Type and Duration: Direct Placement
Pay range: $115,000-140,000 Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Motion Control / Precision Manufacturing
Role OverviewOur client, a manufacturer of high-precision motion control components, is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the development of planetary and right-angle gearboxes and custom drivetrain assemblies. In this high-mix, low-volume production environment, you will take projects from initial concept through design, prototyping, testing, and full manufacturing release.
Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Design: Lead end-to-end mechanical design for precision gearboxes, drivetrains, and mechanical components from concept to production.
Engineering Analysis: Perform gear sizing, torque/load calculations, shaft/bearing selection, FEA, and tolerance stack-ups.
DFM & Production Support: Apply GD&T, material selection, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles; work directly with CNC machining and assembly teams to optimize quality and unit costs.
Customer & Sales Collaboration: Partner directly with clients, sales teams, and application engineers to develop cost-effective, custom solutions for unique motion-control applications.
Documentation & Testing: Maintain detailed CAD models (SolidWorks), engineering drawings, BOMs, ECNs, and validation/testing reports.
Problem Solving & Mentorship: Conduct root cause analysis for field/manufacturing issues and provide technical guidance to junior engineering staff.
Experience: 7+ years in mechanical design or product development within precision manufacturing, motion control, power transmission, or automation.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or related discipline.
Software: Advanced CAD skills (SolidWorks preferred) and experience with gear design software (e.g., KISSsoft, MITCalc, MASTA, FVA Workbench).
Technical Expertise: Strong background in gear design (servo/precision gearboxes), materials selection, GD&T, and CNC manufacturing processes.
Communication: Ability to explain complex engineering concepts to both clients and internal cross-functional teams.
Hands-on experience with FEA, product testing/validation, and PDM/PLM systems.
Background in robotics, industrial automation, or servo-driven applications.
Competitive base salary
Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) with company match
Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
Flexible work schedule
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ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.
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