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Mechanical Engineer

Job in Wood Dale, DuPage County, Illinois, 60399, USA
Listing for: Sterling Engineering
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-13
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Product Engineer
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Product Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 68000 - 75000 USD Yearly USD 68000.00 75000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We're hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer in Wood Dale, IL.

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a longtime client of more than 25 years to hire a Mechanical Design Engineer for a direct hire opportunity. Our client is a stable, mid-sized manufacturer known for developing custom-engineered electrical products and investing in the growth of early career engineers. If you're passionate about product design, enjoy creating solutions in Solid Works, and want to build your career with an experienced engineering team, we'd love to connect.

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Location:

Wood Dale,IL

Schedule:

Full-Time

Salary: $68,000 to $75,000 annually

What You'll Do:
  • Design new mechanical components and assemblies using Solid Works
  • Create detailed manufacturing drawings with GD&T and proper tolerancing
  • Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs)
  • Support prototype development, testing, and design validation
  • Work directly with manufacturing to optimize designs for production
  • Perform engineering calculations related to material selection, strength, and thermal performance
  • Process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and maintain engineering documentation
  • Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve existing product designs
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 0 to 3 years of engineering experience
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Previous engineering internship or co-op is required
  • Understanding of GD&T, manufacturing drawings, and mechanical design principles
  • Experience with machining, fabrication, or assembly processes is preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Why Join?
  • Stable, financially strong manufacturing company
  • Well-tenured leadership that provides mentorship and career development
  • High visibility role with hands-on product design experience
  • Excellent opportunity to launch your engineering design career
Please Note:
  • Candidates must have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be considered.
  • Previous internship or co-op experience is required.
  • This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.

Sterling Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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