Design Engineer

EFOR; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EFOR in the Chicago area is seeking two Design Engineers to support R&D project teams at our Chicago-area site, working on drug delivery device components and assembly systems. On-site – 100%. Start ASAP. We hire for two distinct profiles—please indicate which fits your background when applying.

Profile 1 emphasizes mechanical design and prototyping, documenting designs, and collaboration with prototyping and manufacturing teams. Profiles require expertise in SolidWorks and design controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Around 5 years of experience in mechanical design or product development.
• Experience with SolidWorks CAD software.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical design principles.
• Experience with plastic components or plastics processing is a strong advantage.
• Exposure to assembly lines or manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Experience with 3D printing / rapid prototyping is a plus.
• Experience preparing or supporting technical documentation (design records, drawings, specifications) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for medical device products using SolidWorks.
• Support R&D development activities from concept through prototyping and testing.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams on assembly line design and optimization.
• Create and update 3D models, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Participate in prototyping activities, including 3D printing and early-stage product iterations.
• Contribute to design verification and testing activities.
• Support data analysis related to design performance and testing results when required.
• Maintain design control documentation throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Ensure project activities align with and follow the established development process.

Skills

Mechanical design

Product development

Documentation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

3D printing

Job description

Location: Chicago Area (On-site – 100%)

Start Date: ASAP

Position Overview

We are seeking two Design Engineers to support R&D project teams at our client's Chicago-area site, working on drug delivery device components and assembly systems. We're hiring for two distinct focus areas — please indicate which profile best matches your background when applying.

Profile 1 – Mechanical Design & Prototyping

Contributes to the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies, working closely with engineering, prototyping, and manufacturing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for medical device products using SolidWorks.
• Support R&D development activities from concept through prototyping and testing.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams on assembly line design and optimization.
• Create and update 3D models, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Participate in prototyping activities, including 3D printing and early-stage product iterations.
• Contribute to design verification and testing activities.
• Support data analysis related to design performance and testing results when required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Around 5 years of experience in mechanical design or product development.
• Experience with SolidWorks CAD software.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical design principles.
• Experience with plastic components or plastics processing is a strong advantage.
• Exposure to assembly lines or manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Experience with 3D printing / rapid prototyping is a plus.
• Experience preparing or supporting technical documentation (design records, drawings, specifications) is a plus.

Focused on design control documentation, process compliance, and test method development rather than hands-on CAD or tolerance analysis. Requires building a solid understanding of the device and how it functions to support documentation and verification activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and maintain design control documentation throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Ensure project activities align with and follow the established development process.
• Develop, plan, and execute mechanical test methods in support of design verification.
• Support validation activities and design verification planning.
• Work closely with engineering teams to understand device functionality and translate it into clear documentation.
• Track and support non-technical/process-oriented deliverables to keep the project on track.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, manufacturing) to ensure documentation accuracy and completeness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Around 5 years of experience in mechanical design or product development.
• Strong experience in mechanical test method development, validation, and design verification planning and execution.
• Solid understanding of design control processes within a medical device or regulated environment.
• Experience with drug delivery or injection devices is a strong plus.
• Comfortable working on documentation-heavy, process-driven tasks rather than deep technical/CAD work.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Additional Requirements (both profiles)

• Ability to work on-site in the Chicago area.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced R&D environment.
• Availability to start immediately (ASAP).