Industrial Equipment Design Engineer

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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: 


  1. Design robust mechanical systems (gearboxes, hydraulic cylinders, frames) using Autodesk Inventor & AutoCAD.
  2. Conduct FMEA and tolerance stack-up analysis for large-scale assemblies.
  3. 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.