(1112690) Mechanical Design Engineer

Diversified Services Network, Inc.; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time offPaid Holidays

Job summary

Diversified Services Network, Inc. in East Peoria, IL is seeking a full-time Mechanical Design Engineer to join our onsite team.

This entry-level role supports an established design group, focusing on components foundational to our machines, and offers a path to greater responsibility as you prove yourself. You will work with Creo to design and model parts, read drawings, and perform stress and life analyses, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Design Engineer by completing assigned design tasks.
• Perform concept design and part modeling using Creo.
• Conduct stress and life analysis on components.
• Take on additional responsibility over time as experience and demonstrated success grow.

Skills

Creo 3D modelling

Reading drawings

Mechanical design

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo CAD

Job description

Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time Mechanical Design Engineer to join our fully onsite team in East Peoria, IL. We offer full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more! If you're looking to grow your career within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 100 company - let's talk!

Position Overview

This entry-level opportunity supports an established design engineering group responsible for components that are foundational to the success of the machines they support. The Mechanical Design Engineer will support a Senior Design Engineer by completing assigned design tasks, with potential for additional responsibility as experience and success in the role are demonstrated. Ideal candidates will bring a genuine interest in mechanical design and a desire to build a long-term career in the field.

Key Contributions & Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Design Engineer by completing assigned design tasks
• Perform concept design and part modeling using Creo
• Conduct stress and life analysis on components
• Take on additional responsibility over time as experience and demonstrated success grow

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field (e.g., Manufacturing, Automotive) AND
• 2-4 years of relevant experience

Top Skills

• Creo 3D modelling experience specifically (proficiency in another modelling software is not a substitute)
• Ability to read technical drawings and prints
• Mechanical design experience

Additional Technical Skills - Nice to Have

• Proficient in Creo Simulate FEA
• Understanding of basic geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD\&T)
• Experience with steel or iron casting design
• Knowledge of APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)
• Practical, hands‑on experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude

Soft Skills - Required

• Strong initiative
• Effective verbal and written communicator
• Able to manage individual tasks to meet deadlines
• Open to input and feedback from others
• Works well with other engineers, suppliers, and internal process partners
• Eagerness to learn new things

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time offPaid Holidays

Salary Expectations

$58,000-63,000 annually