Mechanical Systems Engineer

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As a Duravant Family Company, FMH Conveyors participates in global diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and conducts community initiatives. We offer an excellent total rewards package that includes:

• Compensation:
  We offer competitive compensation
• Benefits:
  We have comprehensive benefit packages designed to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security
• Development:
  We have education and training programs which include an educational assistance program
• Time Off:
  We offer paid holidays and paid time off
• Driven Team Members:
  We have a cross‑functional, collaborative environment focused on delivering results
• Core Values:
  Our core values are Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Winning Spirit, and Sense of Urgency
• Culture:
  We are driven by our number one asset – our employees and their successes
• Doing Good:
  We love to be active members of our community! We have several volunteer opportunities throughout the year.

We are adding a Mechanical Systems Engineer to our team! This position is responsible for working closely with Sales, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Service teams to create the necessary documentation to sell, produce, install, and operate material handling equipment.

Location:

Downers Grove, Illinois

• Translate customer requirements into a 2D/3D CAD layout of a system in cooperation with sales or project teams.
• Perform mechanical engineering and design for the application of equipment into an overall material handling system.
• Provide directions for applying correct material handling equipment based on product and system requirements.
• Generate specifications, system layouts, and Bill of Materials for procurement, manufacturing and installation of the equipment.
• Assist in the preparation of quotes and proposals to present to customers.
• Work independently to collect information to create drawings, site measurements, and required information from subcontractors or suppliers.
• Create specifications for special features.
• Coordinate and monitor completion of equipment site acceptance and report readiness of segments for commissioning via signed installation documents.
• Attend post‑project meetings to recommend design or concept changes if problems arise during installation.
• Prepare and maintain mechanical engineering documentation for project procedures and safety requirements.
• Perform work as required to meet project schedule.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and a minimum of 3+ years’ experience in conveyor and material handling layouts.
• Expertise in AutoCAD and advanced MS Excel.
• Ability to travel domestically up to 25%.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Windows.
• Adaptable, flexible, and proactive.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Proven track record working in an organized and structured way.
• Positive contributor and team player.
• Willingness and availability to travel.
• Related industry experience is an asset.
• Infrequent requirements to assist Project Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, and/or Field Service Technicians in off‑site work involving significantly different skills and environmental conditions (use of measuring devices, extreme temperatures, noise levels >85 dB, climbing ladders, etc.).

While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, or hear; use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects or controls. On occasion, the colleague may be required to climb and work in high places, stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The incumbent must occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The position is an office‑based role with periodic visits to customer installation sites. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to vibration. The noise level is usually quiet.

This position description identifies the major responsibilities of this job. It does not include all aspects of the position such as the potential additional duties assigned by supervisors and the requirement for flexibility in helping others for the company's overall benefit.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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