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Engineering Specialist
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What they do
A Manufacturing Process Engineer develops workflow, work station, and equipment improvement recommendations within a company's manufacturing environment. Fine tunes manufacturing processes by researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment. Evaluates manufacturing processes, applies knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and material.
$90,041 / year median in Illinois
-4% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking to add talented Engineering Specialists to our database for future permanent opportunities in Chicago. These roles could involve designing, developing and optimizing mechanical and electrical systems, working across CAD platforms and testing protocols to deliver solutions that meet rigorous manufacturing and field application standards. Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy. About the opportunity This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Engineering Specialist positions within a collaborative engineering environment. Roles of this type could sit within teams that value technical depth, system integration expertise and hands-on problem-solving. The work could involve partnering across design, manufacturing and field teams to advance products through development cycles, with scope to own defined technical workstreams and contribute to raising engineering standards. Typical role overview
Location:
Chicago, Illinois, USA Type:
Permanent
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Full-time Salary:
$120,000 - $180,000 per annum
Domain:
Mechanical / Electrical / Controls Engineering What you would do Typical responsibilities could include: Designing and developing mechanical and electrical subsystems using CAD platforms and industry-standard tools Conducting system integration work across multiple disciplines, ensuring components work together to specification Developing and executing testing protocols to validate design performance and compliance with manufacturing standards Collaborating with manufacturing teams to optimize designs for production, cost and quality Supporting field applications and troubleshooting real-world performance issues Documenting design decisions, test results and technical specifications for internal and external stakeholders Contributing to continuous improvement of design standards and engineering processes What you could bring Most roles of this type require the following: 10-15 years of engineering experience in mechanical, electrical or controls disciplines Proficiency with CAD software and industry-standard design platforms Demonstrated experience with system integration and multi-disciplinary design Working knowledge of testing protocols, validation methodologies and manufacturing processes Field application experience and exposure to real-world implementation challenges Strong technical documentation and communication skills Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field Authorization to work in the United States What roles of this type could offer Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role: Opportunity to work on technically complex problems that require applied expertise and independent judgment Scope to own defined technical workstreams and contribute to system-level decisions Exposure to the full product development lifecycle, from design through field validation Potential for mentoring junior engineers and contributing to team capability Collaborative environment with access to modern CAD and testing infrastructure Competitive compensation, benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) and flexible work arrangements About Specialist Staffing Group We are a leading specialist recruitment firm connecting talented engineering professionals with innovative organizations across North America. We focus on building long-term career relationships and matching candidates with roles where they can make a genuine technical impact. How to register interest If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career. Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance