Entry level software engineer Jobs in Elgin, IL

Title : Mechanical Engineer (Entry Level)

Location : Huntley, IL

Hire Type : Direct hire

Job Summary :

The Mechanical Engineer will provide technical support to sales, distributors, and customers on all mechanical and mechatronic products. Responsibilities also include developing and testing designs for new custom linear motion products.

Job Duties :

• Provides sales team and customers with technical support and part numbers for product selection and quotation purposes
• Performs mechanical engineering calculations including bearing life, load analysis, critical speed and buckling loads of ball screws, linear motion kinematics, etc., as needed to specify components and motion systems
• Monitors and tests new mechanical products developed at our global headquarters including linear guideways, ball screws, cross roller bearings, and mechatronic systems (linear and rotary direct drive axes);
• Meets with customers to review product requirements, and provide training and troubleshooting on product design and function
• Inspects, tests, and investigates issues related to product defect reports received from customers. Determines root cause and corrective actions
• Documents all project information for the successful completion of each job. Maintains engineering files containing customer criteria and specifications, drawings, internal machining and code compliance
• Creates and maintains drawings, part numbers, bill of materials, 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings
• Attends product review meetings. Provides feedback pertaining to product design and component selection
• Consults with the manufacturing department to ensure designs meet the company’s manufacturing capabilities

Qualifications :

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