Mechanical Design Engineer

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Role : Mechanical Design Engineer

Role : Mechanical Design Engineer

Location : Greater Chicago Area (onsite in Lake Forest, IL / some travel)

Type : Full-Time | Individual Contributor | Hands-On Design Role

A well-established engineering organization is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a highly impactful, hands-on role focused on manufacturing-driven design new product development (NPD) , and complex mechanical problem solving

This opportunity is ideal for engineers who enjoy leading projects from concept to production, and who are looking to grow as a technical expert rather than pursue a people management track.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full design lifecycle—from customer input through to production
• Develop product concepts, create 3D CAD models, and manage prototyping and validation testing
• Perform detailed tolerance stack-up analyses for multi-component assemblies
• Select materials, coatings, and heat treatments for strength, wear resistance, and manufacturability
• Design with manufacturing in mind, including plastic injection molding, stamping, aluminum casting, machining, and MIM
• Apply engineering tools such as DFMEA, DOE, and FEA to assess and improve designs
• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, testing, and product teams
• Independently manage technical problem solving and prototype builds

Qualifications

Required :

Preferred :

Ideal Candidate Traits

This is a critical role , and we are seeking a top-tier candidate who can hit the ground running. If you have the experience and expertise to make an immediate impact, we encourage you to apply!

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

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