Principal Product Engineer

Whoweare

For over 70 years, Mi-Jack Products has led the way in Rubber Tired Gantry (RTG) crane innovation — delivering the most durable, reliable, and technologically advanced material handling equipment on the market. Mi-Jack is built to Lift. Engineered to Last and has been trusted for Generations.

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Mi-Jackcraneisengineeredformaximumproductivityinthetoughestenvironments—ports,railyards,andindustrialfacilitiesworldwide.

Mi-Jack brings quality:
Built to perform, built to last, and equipment and support that exceed the most demanding industry standards. We are reliability:
Designed for decades of service life, minimizing downtime and lowering total cost of ownership. We have experience:
With more than 70 years of unmatched expertise, we don’t just meet expectations — we set the benchmark.

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RTGmanufacturing,sales,service,and support,Mi-Jackalsooffersfactory-directparts,expertmaintenance,andfullinspectionandrepairservices—keepingyouroperationsmoving,24/7.

Established in
1954.Leadingeversince.

Mi-Jack Products–Lifting Industry Standards .

The Role:

Principal Product Engineer

Asa Principal Product Engineer ,you’llleadthedesign,development,anddeliveryofnewproductinitiativesandproductimprovements,withafocusonsustainability,cost reduction,andperformanceexcellence.

Thisisaleadershiprolewhereyou’llguideprojects,mentor engineers,andcollaborateacrossengineering,manufacturing,andpurchasingtobringinnovativesolutionstolife.

Youwillplayakeyroleinimprovingcostefficiency,shapingthefutureofourproductportfolio,andensuringourequipmentcontinuestosetindustrystandards.

What You’llDo

• Leadnewproductdevelopmentanddriveelectrificationinitiatives.
• Improvemanufacturability,costefficiency,andwarrantyperformance.
• Collaborateacrossdepartmentsandexternalpartnerstodesigncompletemachinesystems.
• Oversee prototyping,testing,design reviews,andvalidationstrategies.
• Resolvecomplexqualityissueswithprovenmethodologies(8D,5
  
  Why,Stage Gate).
• Mentorandcoachengineers,shapingthenextgenerationoftechnicalleaders.
• Influence strategy,budgets,andbestpracticesthatadvanceourengineeringexcellence.

What We’reLooking For

• Drivenengineerwith5+years(preferably
  10+)leadingteamsinmechanical/structural design.
• Strong3
  
  Ddesignskills(Autodesk Inventor,Solid Works,Creo,AutoCAD).
• Deepknowledgeofmechanicaldesign,structural connections,andmanufacturingprocesses(welding,machining,casting,forging).
• Expertise in
  
  BOMmanagement,engineeringreleaseprocesses,andindustrystandards(CMAA,ISO,AWS).
• Problem-solverwhothrivesoninnovationandhasstrongcommunicationskills.
• Bachelor’sdegreein
  
  Mechanical,Structural,Civil,Agricultural,orrelatedengineeringfield(Master’spreferred).
• Additional valuable experience in:
  Mechatronics, hydraulics, weldments, electronics, hand calculations, interpreting FEA results, vehicle software, reliability, ergonomics, diesel engines, and power train systems.

Why You’llLove It Here

• Competitive pay($110K–$140K)
• Comprehensive benefits(medical,dental,vision,life,401k)
• Paidtimeoff&work-life balance
• Minimal travel(
• Acollaborative,values-drivenculturewhereyourworkmakesavisibleimpact

Work Environment:

• This is primarily a sedentary office classification and employees work in an office with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances
• Minimal travel required- up to 10% domestic and international travel requirements.
• Location:
  
  Hazel Crest, IL

Physical Demands:

• The position occasionally bends, stoops, reaches, pushes and pulls drawers to retrieve and file information and lifts and carries reports, records, and other materials that typically weigh less than 30 pounds

Compensation/Benefits:

We foster a collaborative team environment that values innovation and encourages creative solutions to drive positive organizational impact. Our employees are the key to our success and help us stand out from our competitors. The base pay range for this role is $110,000 to $140,000. The final compensation offer may vary based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and location.

We offer competitive pay, paid time off,…