Designer

Itasca, IL 60143

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Mechanical Design Job Number: 38660076 Compensation: $78000-88000 / year

Job Description

Junior Designer

Are you a creative problem-solver with a knack for turning ideas into reality? We're looking for a Junior Designer to join our team in Itasca, IL! If you're passionate about product design and eager to learn, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in a hands-on environment.
In this role, you'll help develop innovative new products and improve existing ones, focusing on efficiency and quality. You'll be a key player in ensuring our products meet client needs and are manufactured cost-effectively.

What You'll Do:
  • Bring designs to life: Create detailed drawings using AutoCAD and get them approved for prototype development.
  • Team up for success: Work closely with our Sales, Project Managers, Purchasing, Prototype, and Production teams to ensure projects run smoothly from start to finish.
  • Master the details: Communicate project specifications, including materials and build instructions, to our Estimator.
  • Learn the ropes of manufacturing: Help generate CNC programs and input material requirements into our ERP system (JobBOSS).
  • Solve problems: Answer questions from shop employees and offer technical guidance.
  • Innovate and improve: Propose ideas to make our processes better and save costs.
  • Stay in the know: Keep up-to-date on material options and market trends to optimize project outcomes.

What We're Looking For:
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Adobe Illustrator.
  • Any hands-on experience with CNC programming and machining tooling is a plus!
  • Experience in the POP/product display industry is a big bonus, but not required if you're a quick learner!
This is a direct hire position with a salary range of $70k-$100k, based on your experience.
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Meet Your Recruiter

Sabrina Herrera

Sabrina Herrera is a seasoned Technical Recruiter with a knack for establishing genuine connections with candidates and continuously expanding her expertise in various roles and industries. With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and an impressive 15-year journey in the recruiting arena, Sabrina has become a respected figure in talent acquisition.

As a Technical Recruiter, Sabrina's ability to build strong relationships with candidates sets her apart. She values the opportunity to understand each individual's unique strengths, aspirations, and career goals, ensuring she can guide them toward the most suitable and fulfilling opportunities.

Having spent 15 years in the recruiting domain, Sabrina's experience spans diverse industries and roles. She embraces the challenges of exploring new fields, consistently striving to expand her knowledge and expertise. Her dedication to continuous learning allows her to stay at the forefront of emerging trends and best practices in the recruitment landscape.

Sabrina advises fellow professionals to cultivate a curious mindset and actively seek new challenges and projects that push the boundaries of their abilities. Embracing the unknown and venturing into uncharted territories can lead to personal and professional growth, ultimately elevating one's effectiveness in the field of recruitment.

As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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About Itasca, IL

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