Our client in Chicago not far from Oak Park is hiring a Mechanical Engineer to handle tool, jig and fixture design. Interested candidates should have at least a bachelor’s degree or technical equivalent with at least 1 year of experience is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities of the Mechanical Engineer
Utilize SolidWorks or another CAD platform to design tooling, jigs and fixtures used in the metal forming industry
Use SolidWorks or AutoCAD to detail the tool, jig and fixture designs
Learn and be willing to develop your skills designing tight tolerance compound and progressive dies
Serve as a liaison with the toolroom
Be a technical liaison if required to work with customers on their design parameters to incorporate their specific requirements into your tooling designs
Requirements of the Mechanical Engineer
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or technical equivalent is a strong plus
MS Office proficiency is a plus including the use of MS Excel as needed
A knowledge of AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks and/or other CAD software
Compensation for the Mechanical Engineer
The targeted annual starting salary for this position ranges from $85,000.00 to $130,000.00 depending on experience.