Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: West Chicago, IL
Job Type and Duration: Direct hire
Pay rate: $75,000-$95,000 plus bonus
SUMMARY:
Perform functions by applying Engineering and material science principles to design, develop and test new products and modify and improve existing products.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Develop preliminary product part and component design drawings and specify materials, dimension, load and torque, stress, structure, and tolerance requirements.
* Research and propose new products to enhance the company's product line.
* Analyze various design requirements and recommend possible solutions or alternate constructions.
* Review approved project plans with management to establish parameters and overall objectives.
* Develop project and/or product cost estimates and tentative time schedules.
* Conduct and analyze test results, examine prototypes, and modify product designs as necessary to meet project objectives.
* Work with vendors to develop final product manufacturing methods and costs.
* Troubleshoot product manufacturing problems as requested.
* Prepare layouts, assembly, and detail drawings for customized products.
* Evaluate and test competitive products.
* Create new part number schemes and maintain existing part numbers
* Direct work of engineering model shop to construct prototype models.
* Maintain product drawings.
* Design and build test and production fixtures as required.
REQUIREMENTS
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
* Five years or more of experience.
* 3D CAD Experience, SolidWorks preferred
* Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, & Excel ESPO Corporation
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