Industrial Equipment Design Engineer
Office
Full-time
We are looking for a CAD & Design engineer to develop heavy machinery, hydraulic systems, and industrial equipment for mining and construction applications.
Field: Heavy machinery & Hydraulics
Location: Chicago, IL
Employment Type: Full-time
Company: Global industrial machinery manufacturer
Main tasks to perform:
- Design robust mechanical systems (gearboxes, hydraulic cylinders, frames) using Autodesk Inventor & AutoCAD.
- Conduct FMEA and tolerance stack-up analysis for large-scale assemblies.
- Work with suppliers to optimize castings, forgings, and weldments.
In addition:
- Ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Support field testing and root-cause analysis for equipment failures.
Qualifications we are seeking:
- Degree in Mechanical engineering or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in heavy machinery or industrial equipment design.
- Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and PDM systems (Vault).
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic systems and finite element analysis.
- Familiarity with welding standards (AWS) and machining processes.
Preferred skills:
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle).
- PE License or willingness to obtain.