Mechanical Engineer - Enclosures

Itasca, IL 60143

Employment Type: Contract to Perm Job Category: Mechanical Engineering Job Number: 53971622 Compensation: $28-35 / hour

Job Description

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design and engineering of custom and standard enclosure systems within a rapidly growing Enclosures Division. This role is ideal for an early-career engineer who wants hands-on design responsibility, exposure to real-world manufacturing applications, and the opportunity to grow with a high-performing engineering team.
This position focuses heavily on mechanical design, layout, and product development, supporting enclosure solutions used in industrial, commercial, and facility environments.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and engineer enclosure systems using SolidWorks and AutoCAD
  • Develop layouts, assemblies, and detailed drawings for enclosure products
  • Support product development from concept through release to manufacturing
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, sales, and project teams to ensure designs meet customer and application requirements
  • Assist with material selection, design for manufacturability, and basic structural considerations
  • Revise and maintain engineering documentation, drawings, and BOMs
  • Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year accredited program in Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or a related technical discipline
  • 0–3 years of experience in mechanical design or engineering
    • Entry-level candidates must have internship, co-op, or relevant hands-on experience
  • Proficiency or working knowledge of SolidWorks and AutoCAD


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.

Meet Your Recruiter

Joshua Avila
Technical Recruiter

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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