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Mechanical Engineer

Plainfield, IL 60585

Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Mechanical Engineering Job Number: 45449558 Compensation: $35-45 / hour

Job Description

Title: Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Plainfield, IL
Hire Type: 6 month Contract with the potential of going Direct Hire
Salary:$70k-$87k/yr.
Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a dynamic engineering department focused on the development of mechanical and electromechanical products. This is a hands-on, full life-cycle engineering opportunity, with strong emphasis on quality, manufacturability, and cross-functional collaboration.

Job Duties:
  • Execute mechanical and electromechanical product development from concept through production
  • Conduct research, design, prototyping, testing, and validation of new product concepts
  • Develop technical documentation and support cross-functional teams including sales, procurement, production, and quality
  • Provide technical input for Design for Manufacturing (DFM) to ensure product reliability and cost-effectiveness
  • Utilize project tracking tools and support document control and engineering change processes
  • Participate in reviewing contracts, drawings, and production plans for adherence to quality standards
  • Recommend fabrication, testing, and installation processes; assist in supplier selection
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Contribute to meeting department KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or equivalent experience (required)
  • 4+ years of experience in mechanical product development (preferred)
  • Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar CAD software
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office and general computer use
  • Excellent organization, communication, and multitasking abilities
  • Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
  • Working knowledge of quality procedures and engineering documentation
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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Naeomi Cervantes

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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