The Mechanical Product Engineer provides technical support, drawings, BOMs, and engineering solutions to meet customer, installation, and shipment requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Create and maintain technical drawings, BOMs, part numbers, descriptions, and ERP inventory values Maintain open job logs, prioritize work, and support delivery schedules Initiate engineering releases and purchase requisitions for internal sales orders Analyze customer requests and recommend technical solutions Collaborate with internal teams and vendors on fixture/tooling selection, design, troubleshooting, corrective actions, and project schedules Support special events and business needs as assigned Travel requirements: 0-10% Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, related discipline, or equivalent experience 5+ years of workholding and manufacturing experience 5+ years using advanced AutoCAD and SolidWorks 3D modeling Strong applied math skills, including geometry, trigonometry, probability/statistics, and pressure/flow/volume calculations Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with JTEKT Machinery/Toyoda products Manufacturing or machine tool design engineering experience Mechanical or design engineering trade certificate or licensing preferred Why Join the JTEKT Machinery Team Excellent benefits, including BCBSIL health insurance with low premiums and deductibles Company-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability and Basic Life & AD&D Bi-annual bonus opportunity Safe Harbor 401(k) match 10 paid holidays + 15 days of PTO to start (with more earned over time) Company culture focused on connection: annual sporting events, family events, holiday celebrations, and regular company updates with lunch Growth-focused environment with training and advancement opportunities Starting pay: $85,000 with offers based on experience, education, and qualifications