Design Engineer

Sterling Engineering; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Engineering in the United States is seeking a Design Engineer to join a stable manufacturing organization specializing in custom cast-in heaters and heating elements. This role is ideal for a mechanical engineer who enjoys SolidWorks, product design, and hands-on manufacturing.

The Design Engineer will develop and modify products, create manufacturing drawings, support customer requirements, and work closely with manufacturing to bring designs from concept through production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 0–3 years of engineering experience; internships, co-ops, university research, and hands-on engineering experience are welcome.
• Strong SolidWorks and 2D CAD skills.
• Understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals and engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with machining, fabrication, casting, or mechanical assembly.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and attention-detail skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and modify custom heaters, components, and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Create detailed 2D manufacturing drawings with dimensions, tolerances, and GD&T.
• Develop and maintain BOMs and engineering documentation.
• Support prototypes, testing, design validation, and product improvements.
• Perform basic engineering calculations related to stress, loading, thermal considerations, and materials.
• Work with manufacturing to troubleshoot design and production issues.
• Support engineering changes, casting simulation, and CAD/CAM activities.
• Work with Sales and customers to understand requirements and support new projects.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting customer and production requirements.

Skills

SolidWorks

2D CAD

Mechanical fundamentals

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Casting simulation

CAD/CAM

CNC programming

Sheet metal

Job description

We are seeking a Design Engineer to join a stable manufacturing organization specializing in custom cast-in heaters and heating elements. This role is ideal for a mechanical engineering professional who enjoys SolidWorks, product design, and hands‑on manufacturing.

The Design Engineer will develop and modify products, create manufacturing drawings, support customer requirements, and work closely with manufacturing to bring designs from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and modify custom heaters, components, and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Create detailed 2D manufacturing drawings with dimensions, tolerances, and GD&T.
• Develop and maintain BOMs and engineering documentation.
• Support prototypes, testing, design validation, and product improvements.
• Perform basic engineering calculations related to stress, loading, thermal considerations, and materials.
• Work with manufacturing to troubleshoot design and production issues.
• Support engineering changes, casting simulation, and CAD/CAM activities.
• Work with Sales and customers to understand requirements and support new projects.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting customer and production requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 0–3 years of engineering experience; internships, co-ops, university research, and hands‑on engineering experience are welcome.
• Strong SolidWorks and 2D CAD skills.
• Understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals and engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with machining, fabrication, casting, or mechanical assembly.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and attention‑to‑detail skills.

Preferred:

Experience with casting simulation, CAD/CAM, CNC programming, sheet metal, electrical circuits, or hands‑on manufacturing.

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