Sr. Design Engineer - 43007

PEERLESS INDUSTRIES INC.10 months ago
Aurora, IL, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

We’re seeking a talented Senior Design Engineer to join our innovative team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional with proven experience in a company that values creativity and growth. The candidate should have a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in mechanical design, CAD proficiency, materials science, manufacturing processes, innovative design thinking, and user-centric product development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Initiate project objectives by studying design plans, engineering drawings, and reviewing specifications and requirements.
  • Maintain project schedule by monitoring progress, coordinating activities, and resolving problems.
  • Design and conduct research programs for mechanical and electromechanical systems by applying principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, heat transfer, and materials.
  • Confirm system, part, and product capabilities through feasibility studies and testing methods, and analyze information trends.
  • Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying fabrication, assembly, and installation equipment; devise testing methods for finished products.
  • Provide engineering information by responding to technical questions and requests.
  • Maintain systems and product databases by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing relevant data.
  • Knowledge of UL, ISO 9001/2000 standards
  • Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
  • Perform any other job duties as required.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent
  • Minimum of five years of broad-based manufacturing experience
  • Effective communication and writing skills
  • PC computer operational skills
  • 3D modeling software experience (SolidWorks preferred)
  • Must be able to lift 30 lbs.

Working Conditions

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. without assistance; above 30 lbs. requires a team lift.
  • Must be able to reach above shoulder level, at waist level, and below waist.
  • Must be able to use a pallet jack, lift equipment, and weight plates with a chain hoist/gantry crane (Certified through Peerless-AV).
  • Must be able to use hand tools including a cordless drill/driver and pneumatic rivet gun.
  • Must be able to work in non-dust/non-climate-controlled areas.
  • Must be able to wear required safety PPE.

Required Skills

Cross-Functional Collaboration
Manufacturing Processes
Mechanical Design
3D CAD Modeling (SolidWorks)
Materials Science
Prototyping and Testing
Project Leadership
Electromechanical Systems
Problem Solving
Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
Thermodynamics
Effective Communication
Kinematics