Design Engineer

gpac; Sugar Grove (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Design Engineer with solid experience in CNC programming and aerospace applications. This role involves designing components for various applications, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and transitioning designs into production. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills and a focus on manufacturability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience, preferably in aerospace.
• Proven experience with CNC programming and machining processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts from concept through production, ensuring compliance.
• Create and manage detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings.
• Generate and oversee qualification test plans and certification reports.

Skills

CNC programming

Technical writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

This range is provided by gpac. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Design Engineer with a strong background in CNC programming and aerospace applications. This role is responsible for the design, qualification, and certification of aerospace, commercial, and military components made from both metallic and non-metallic materials. The ideal candidate will ensure performance compliance, manufacturability, and successful transition of designs into production.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts from concept through production, ensuring designs meet regulatory, customer, and manufacturability requirements.
• Create and manage detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings using CAD software (SolidWorks).
• Develop efficient and robust product designs with a focus on cost, weight, and performance.
• Generate and oversee qualification test plans and certification reports.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure smooth production handoff and address manufacturability.
• Utilize CNC programming knowledge to support prototype development and production transition.
• Participate in troubleshooting and problem-solving during design, manufacturing, and in-service phases.
• Interface with cross-functional teams, including sales and customers, to deliver value-driven solutions.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience, preferably in aerospace.
• Proven experience with CNC programming and machining processes.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with GD&T, reverse engineering, and various manufacturing techniques.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience with TIG welding and electro-mechanical systems is a plus.
  
  

Please submit a resume for consideration. Only the most qualified applicants who provide a resume will be contacted. Must be eligible to work the U.S. without restrictions. If you would like to learn more about Manufacturing opportunities, contact Dan Poel with gpac. Resumes can be confidentially sent to [e-mail]

#aerospace #design #cncprogrammer #designengineer #manufacturing #defense #mechanicaldesignengineer #eingineer design engineer design engineer design engineer design engineer design engineer design engineer design engineer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at gpac by 2x

Get notified about new Design Engineer jobs in Sugar Grove, IL.

Sandwich, IL $80,000.00-$90,000.00 3 days ago

Elgin, IL $105,000.00-$110,000.00 1 week ago

Plainfield, IL $65,000.00-$70,000.00 1 month ago

Warrenville, IL $70,000.00-$170,000.00 1 week ago

Elgin, IL $70,000.00-$90,000.00 2 weeks ago

Oswego, IL $90,000.00-$120,000.00 3 weeks ago

Mechanical Design Engineer / Machine Designer

Downers Grove, IL $80,000.00-$120,000.00 1 week ago

Westmont, IL $110,000.00-$135,000.00 3 days ago

Elgin, IL $1,000.00-$110,000.00 6 days ago

Carol Stream, IL $70,000.00-$75,000.00 3 weeks ago

Oswego, IL $90,000.00-$120,000.00 1 month ago

Warrenville, IL $82,500.00-$108,000.00 1 week ago

Elgin, IL $80,000.00-$110,000.00 1 week ago

Oakbrook Terrace, IL $65,000.00-$90,000.00 1 week ago

Batavia, IL $65,000.00-$80,000.00 3 days ago

Warrenville, IL $88,200.00-$141,000.00 4 days ago

Geneva, IL $70,000.00-$110,000.00 2 weeks ago

Elgin, IL $85,000.00-$105,000.00 4 months ago

Bolingbrook, IL $76,000.00-$89,000.00 16 hours ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.