We are seeking a Sr Mechanical Engineer for a 6-month contract to hire opportunity that is in Willowbrook IL
The position is hybrid after 30 days, standard is Tuesday-Thursday in office, Monday / Friday remote .
Requirements
- We are looking for someone with strong design experience, a portfolio of past work (images, project overviews, or general descriptions), and recent SolidWorks proficiency, verified by a CAD assessment.
- Additional requirements include experience with injection molding, sheet metal, and integrated electronics (preferably for chargers or handheld devices with PCB boards).
- Leadership or mentorship experience is a plus but not mandatory; the focus is on finding a proactive "doer." Requirements
- Candidates must provide a design portfolio (not under NDA) and pass a SolidWorks CAD assessment.
Description for Sr. Mechanical Engineer :
Seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to work throughout the product development lifecycle with a large focus on new product desk. This includes design, development, and production release of products and custom solutions for the transportation industry. This position involves a significant amount of new platform and design work.
Responsibilities for Sr. Mechanical Engineer :
Design of mechanical components, assemblies, and packagingGenerate concepts for products3D modeling and design for manufacturing (DFM), specifically injection molding partsModify existing 3D modelsCreate mechanical engineering design specificationsPerform both new product development and product maintenance activitiesCreate 2D drawings, check and releaseValidate samples and productsFollow internal operating procedures and standardsAdhere to schedules for mechanical design projectsCreate and maintain proper mechanical component validation & documentationCreate and issue Product Change NotificationsWrite inspection reportsParticipate in design teams and owning product outcomesWorking with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the work product exceeds expectationsRequirements for Sr. Mechanical Engineer :
BS in Mechanical Engineering7+ years’ experience in electromechanical product design and developmentMinimum 3 experience in complex 3D mechanical design of plastic injection-molded parts, including surface modeling expertiseMinimum 5 years proficiency in using SolidWorks design softwareExperience / knowledge of sheet metal fabrication techniques, cable assembly design and production processesExperience with PCB assembly and packaging technologies is desirableExcellent communication skills (reading & writing)Excellent listening skills and the ability to ask good questions and share ideas with the teamAttention to detail, highly organized, and fluent user of MS Office softwareAbility to work in a fast-paced professional environmentSuccessful demonstration of owning and driving a solution to completionExperience working with partners and consulting firmsExperience with UL, CB Scheme, etc., would be a plusBenefits
Health insurance (medical and dental) eligibility starting day one401(k) available after 6 monthsAccrued Paid Time Off (PTO)