Sr. Mechanical Engineer in Downers Grove

Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Downers Grove, IL (in office 3 days a week)

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Shift/

Hours:

1st, 8am - 5pm (Mon-Fri)

Base Salary: $90k - $120k (based on experience)

Benefits: Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), PTO, 401(k) Plan, and Tuition Reimbursement

Sterling Engineering's client is looking for a Sr. Mechanical Engineer to join their organization and eventually move into a managerial role. This client is a high-ranking, full-service engineering, architecture, and management consulting firm that has been around for 75 years.

• Plan, schedule, and conduct technical work as the mechanical lead on assigned projects, ensuring alignment with schedule and budget.
• Directly execute engineering tasks and lead multi-discipline design resources to meet "big picture" project objectives.
• Develop system designs, size equipment, and create technical specifications and data sheets for process and thermal systems.
• Work effectively within a 3D design environment to develop solutions and lead model reviews with client teams.
• Perform technical evaluation of bids and recommend best-value designs meeting requirements for reliability and safety.
• Lead field observations, perform detailed engineering calculations, and oversee installation checking and problem-solving.
• Review engineering deliverables and vendor documentation for compliance with principles, standards, and specifications.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to identify and manage scope changes and provide technical responses to construction RFIs.
• Interact with other engineering disciplines, vendors, and clients to facilitate the exchange of project‑critical information.
• Coach and develop less experienced engineering and design staff to foster technical growth.

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a similar engineering degree.
• 7+ years of mechanical engineering experience with expertise in at least two areas (e.g., Pressure Vessels, Rotating Equipment, Material Handling, or Heat Transfer).
• 7+ years of experience developing complex designs within a 3D environment (AutoCAD/Plant3D, CADWorx, Solid Works, Inventor, etc.).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience leading a design team or executing project work as a technical lead.
• PE License or EIT (with the goal to obtain PE) is .
• Proven knowledge of industry standards such as ASME (specifically Section VIII, Div
  1) and piping stress/flow analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office products for engineering reporting and scheduling.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for a client‑facing consulting environment.
• Ability to travel occasionally to client sites and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , , protected veteran status, or genetic information.