Design Engineer

Job Description

Design Engineer

Location: Wood Dale, IL

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $60,000–$75,000 per year

Position Overview

We are seeking a Design Engineer to join a stable manufacturing organization specializing in custom cast-in heaters and heating elements. This role is ideal for a mechanical engineering professional who enjoys SolidWorks, product design, and hands-on manufacturing.

The Design Engineer will develop and modify products, create manufacturing drawings, support customer requirements, and work closely with manufacturing to bring designs from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and modify custom heaters, components, and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Create detailed 2D manufacturing drawings with dimensions, tolerances, and GD&T.
• Develop and maintain BOMs and engineering documentation.
• Support prototypes, testing, design validation, and product improvements.
• Perform basic engineering calculations related to stress, loading, thermal considerations, and materials.
• Work with manufacturing to troubleshoot design and production issues.
• Support engineering changes, casting simulation, and CAD/CAM activities.
• Work with Sales and customers to understand requirements and support new projects.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting customer and production requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 0–3 years of engineering experience; internships, co-ops, university research, and hands-on engineering experience are welcome.
• Strong SolidWorks and 2D CAD skills.
• Understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals and engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with machining, fabrication, casting, or mechanical assembly.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.

Preferred: Experience with casting simulation, CAD/CAM, CNC programming, sheet metal, electrical circuits, or hands-on manufacturing.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to legally protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law.