Bill of Materials (BOM), Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Driver's License, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Equipment Selection, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Design, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Data Management (PDM), Production Support, Schematics, Six Sigma, SolidWorks, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Standards Development, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Value Engineering, Welding
Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Near Monee, IL
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $90k/yr. – $100k/yr.
Benefits: Insurance (Health, Medical, Dental), PTO, Paid Holidays, and more!
Must have Skill Set: SolidWorks (PDM), Hydraulic/Pneumatic/Electrical System Design, ERP Systems (IFS preferred), BOM Development.
The Design Manufacturing Engineer is a dual-focus role responsible for designing and optimizing complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. This position bridges the gap between initial concept and shop-floor execution, developing cost-effective designs, detailed drawings, and comprehensive Bills of Material (BOM). The successful candidate will provide critical technical support to production and field operations, ensuring seamless design-to-build transitions while driving continuous improvement through Lean practices and Value Engineering.
Job Duties:
- Design mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems that align with specific customer and project requirements.
- Develop detailed drawings and BOMs using SolidWorks PDM and IFS ERP systems.
- Test and troubleshoot fluid power (hydraulic/pneumatic) and electrical systems to support both shop production and field operations.
- Provide direct technical support to shop floor teams, suppliers, and customers to resolve design or manufacturing issues.
- Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), standard work, and process documentation to enhance safety and consistency.
- Lead equipment selection, tooling setup, and cost-optimization initiatives to reduce manufacturing expenses.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability and reliability.
- Utilize FMEA and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance product quality and reduce costs.
- Work in a variety of environments, including office settings, active shop floors (welding/cranes), and outdoor field/on-track sites in various weather conditions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Mechatronics Engineering (or equivalent).
- 5+ years of experience in design or manufacturing engineering with a focus on hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
- High proficiency in SolidWorks, including experience with Product Data Management (PDM) and ERP systems (IFS preferred).
- Strong technical understanding of hydraulic schematics, pneumatic circuits, and electrical wiring.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Lean manufacturing, FMEA, Six Sigma, and Value Engineering.
- Hands-on troubleshooting skills and the ability to solve complex mechanical problems.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and willingness to wear all required PPE (steel-toed boots, hard hat, etc.).
- Must maintain a valid Driver’s License and Passport.
- Ability to complete all required pre-employment testing.
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.
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Sterling Engineering, Inc.
Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:
- Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.
- Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.
Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.
500 to 999 employees
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