Entry-Level Process Engineer

About Reliance Gear Corporation Reliance Gear Corporation specializes in precision gear manufacturing, serving customers with demanding engineering, quality, and performance requirements. We are seeking a highly motivated Entry-Level Process Engineer to join our Engineering team and begin developing a career in precision manufacturing.

Position Overview This opportunity is ideal for a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate who wants to apply engineering principles in a hands-on manufacturing environment. Working alongside experienced engineers and production personnel, the Entry-Level Process Engineer will support manufacturing process development, engineering documentation, production troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Training and mentorship will be provided to develop technical knowledge of precision gear manufacturing, CNC machining, and manufacturing engineering practices. Previous professional manufacturing experience is not required.

Key Responsibilities Assist with preparing gear designs and engineering documentation for production.

Support the development and improvement of manufacturing processes for new and existing products.

Prepare and maintain engineering documentation and manufacturing process plans under the guidance of experienced engineers.

Assist with manufacturing cost estimates and quotations.

Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, Sales, and Operations to support manufacturing projects.

Help troubleshoot production issues, participate in root cause investigations, and support corrective actions.

Review production data and identify opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, productivity, and manufacturing costs.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and waste reduction.

Assist with equipment evaluations and the implementation of new manufacturing methods and technologies.

Spend time on the production floor learning CNC machining and precision gear manufacturing processes.

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or an anticipated graduation date within the next few months.

Basic understanding of mechanical engineering principles and manufacturing processes.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.

Effective communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Attention to detail and willingness to learn new technical skills.

Ability to work independently when appropriate and collaborate effectively with others.

Manufacturing or engineering internship experience is preferred but not required.

Compensation and Benefits Annual Salary Range: $90,000 – $120,000

Reliance Gear Corporation offers the following benefits to eligible employees, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements:

Health insurance:
Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance Retirement: 401(k) plan

Paid time off:
Vacation, PTO, 10 Paid Holidays Export Controlled ITAR/EAR Compliance Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a 'U.S. Person', which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States, or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship to obtain or keep U.S. work authorization.
** Compliance Notice:
** Reliance Gear is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employment practices. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, or any other legally protected status. This position is subject to employment eligibility verification under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and may require a background check in accordance with Illinois law.

All records and practices are maintained in compliance with HIPAA, FMLA, OSHA, and other relevant regulations.

You should be proficient in:

Bachelor's DegreeCNC Programming Process Engineering Six Sigma Experience Aerospace Manufacturing