Design Engineer

Location: Cary, IL

The Role: Design Engineer

Location: Onsite in Cary, IL

Schedule: Monday - Friday

About the Opportunity

Our client is a leading manufacturer specializing in engineered products and custom technical solutions for a diverse range of industries, including industrial manufacturing, life sciences, food processing, packaging, aerospace, defense, and other highly regulated markets.

This organization is recognized for its innovative approach to product development and commitment to delivering high-quality, customized solutions that address complex customer challenges. As part of a collaborative engineering team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the design and development of products that support critical industrial applications.

Position Summary

The Design Engineer supports the design, development, and continuous improvement of engineered products within an assigned product line. This role works closely with customers, sales teams, product management, manufacturing, and quality departments to develop solutions that meet technical requirements, performance expectations, and manufacturing standards.

The ideal candidate will combine strong mechanical design expertise with a practical understanding of manufacturing processes and product development principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine product designs for new and existing customer applications.
• Create engineering drawings, models, and documentation in accordance with design specifications and industry standards.
• Evaluate design concepts to ensure performance, reliability, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to define product requirements and provide technical solutions.
• Support manufacturing and production teams by resolving design-related issues and implementing product improvements.
• Coordinate engineering changes and maintain accurate product documentation throughout the design lifecycle.
• Participate in prototype development, testing, validation, and design verification activities.
• Work closely with quality and manufacturing teams to ensure products meet customer expectations and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with tooling, production processes, and implementation of new product introductions.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting established deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of product design or mechanical engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience utilizing 3D CAD software; SolidWorks experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of engineering design principles, manufacturing processes, and product development methodologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability and ownership.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our client is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.