VA​/VE Engineer

Position Overview

Hendrickson is looking for a VA/VE Engineer to join our team in Woodridge, IL!

• Conduct VA/VE workshops to identify potential cost reductions or product improvements.
• Work with plants to optimize current processes and reduce scrap.
• Investigate alternative designs to maintain performance while reducing cost and weight.
• Manage all technical aspects of a major project and/or multiple smaller projects.
• Coordinate the technical design and test aspects on the project with suppliers and customers.
• Design, validate, provide test reports, and sign‑off documents, and ensure production readiness.
• Coordinate with CAD, FEA, and laboratory personnel and interface with other departments in support of the above.
• Coordinate the technical design and test aspects on projects with suppliers and customers.
• Help to assure safety in the lab and office.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor of Science degree in technical discipline required
• BSME/BSAgE/BS AeroE preferred
• 2 years’ experience in vehicle structural design (preferably heavy or medium duty truck) with exposure to dynamic structural analysis, finite element analysis, fatigue analysis, and product design.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a development project and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated product innovation

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the salary range for this position is $70,000 - $145,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, qualifications, and other job‑related criteria. This pay range is provided to ensure transparency and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; 401K plans; a pension plan; paid holidays and vacation. We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education. We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.