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Mechanical Engineer

Aurora, IL 60502

Employment Type: Contract to Perm Job Category: Mechanical Engineering Job Number: 46231563 Compensation: $35-45 / hour

Job Description

DESCRIPTION:   
• The Machine Design Engineer will be responsible for full system design of custom automated machinery. 
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Design and optimization of mechanical components for used in automated systems. Components include shafts, couplings, flanges, housings, clutches etc.
• Analysis of mechanical systems ad could include Finite Element analysis for structural, fatigue, thermal, vibration, and acoustics.
• Analysis and specification of electro-mechanical and electro-hydraulic systems 
• Develops manufacturing drawings in accordance with applicable standards
• Assist with the construction automated systems and parts.
• Interfaces with outside vendors for component selection, manufacturing, and assembly.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
• Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications.
• Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred
• 5+ years experience in automation
• 3D CAD proficiency with Solidworks required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem solving and time management skills
• FE analysis is highly desired

Salary: $80,000 to $100,000 based on experience
Full benefits package available (medical/dental/life insurance), paid time off, etc.

Meet Your Recruiter

Steve Stabley
Principal Recruiter

Steve Stabley is a Recruiter at Sterling Engineering with close to 30 years of technical recruiting experience, including more than 23 years with Sterling. Throughout his career, Steve has built deep expertise in the automation and manufacturing industries, helping clients identify and hire highly skilled engineering and technical talent.

Steve has successfully sourced and placed engineers and technicians with many of the leading automation companies throughout the greater Chicagoland area. His industry knowledge, long-standing relationships, and understanding of technical hiring needs allow him to connect qualified candidates with opportunities where they can make an immediate and lasting impact.

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. 

 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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