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Mechanical Design Engineer

$30 - $40 per hour

Sterling Engineering Inc.

Job Description

Job Description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Itasca,IL

$30-$40/hr depending on experience

We’re looking for a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer to develop complex mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

  • Create preliminary and final designs, drawings, and BOMs

  • Manage projects and meet key milestones on time

  • Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Service, Purchasing, and vendors

  • Troubleshoot design/manufacturing issues and lead root-cause solutions

  • Support continuous improvement and new product development

  • Occasional domestic/international travel

Requirements

  • Strong mechanical design skills

  • Proficiency in SolidWorks (or similar) and AutoCAD

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

  • Ability to produce accurate, first-time-right designs

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Outlook and ERP systems

Preferred

  • Strong customer relations

  • Team-oriented mindset

  • Solid time-management skills

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.

Vacancy posted a month ago
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