Design Engineer

Job Title: Design Engineer (Fluid Component Industry)

Location: Hybrid Gurnee, IL Employment Type: Full-time | Mid-Level

About Us:

We are a leading manufacturer in the fluid component industry, specializing in customized, high-performance solutions for a range of industrial applications. Our team thrives on innovation, collaboration, and precision engineering to meet the evolving needs of our clients.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a talented and motivated Design Engineer to join our Engineering team. This mid-level role will focus on the development and customization of fluid component products to meet specific client and industry requirements. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to support new product development and enhancements to existing solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Engineering team in designing and developing customized fluid system components.
• Create detailed CAD models and technical drawings for manufacturing and assembly.
• Collaborate with product managers and production teams to ensure designs meet functionality, performance, and manufacturability standards.
• Assist in testing and validation of prototypes and final products.
• Maintain documentation and support the transition of designs into production.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in design processes and product innovation.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a mechanical/product design role, ideally within the fluid components or related industry.
• Proficient in CAD software
• Solid understanding of mechanical principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with fluid dynamics or component testing.
• Familiarity with industry standards and compliance requirements.
• Exposure to design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles.
• Work Environment:

Hybrid work model with regular in-person collaboration at our Gurnee, IL facility.

Flexible remote work options available.