Design Engineer

Components Express Inc; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid sick leave

Vacation time

Annual performance bonus

Quarterly incentives

Annual incentives

Job summary

Components Express Inc. is seeking a Design Engineer II to drive the development of custom cable and harness solutions on-site in Woodridge, IL. You’ll evaluate design feasibility, create drawings and BOMs, prototype, and collaborate with sales, production, and purchasing to bring concepts to production.

We value hands-on CAD work, manufacturing-focused design, and clear documentation, with opportunities to influence cost, manufacturability, and product packaging throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience designing for manufacturing environments (metal, plastics, or industrial production).
• Hands-on experience with cable and harness components (connectors, contacts, raw cable).
• Proficiency with CAD tools (Autodesk Inventor preferred or similar).
• Ability to create accurate drawings, assemblies, and documentation.
• Strong understanding of engineering documentation (BOMs, test procedures, specifications).
• Proven ability to work on cross-functional technical projects.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead technical discussions independently.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate feasibility of cable and harness assembly designs
• Develop and refine engineering solutions based on customer requirements
• Create engineering drawings, assembly drawings, and BOMs
• Identify appropriate materials and components, including connectors, contacts, and cables
• Build prototypes and support testing requirements and procedures
• Analyze cost-benefit considerations to ensure efficient, practical solutions
• Design product packaging and create specification sheets
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, production, and purchasing teams to ensure smooth project execution
• Support continuous improvement in product design and manufacturability

Skills

CAD proficiency

Cable & harness design

Drawings & BOMs

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Company Name: Components Express Inc.

Job Title: Design Engineer II

Location: Woodridge, IL (On-Site)

Pay Range: $76,009 - $100,788

This salary information serves as a general guideline. Final offers are based on various factors, including qualifications, skills, experience, and other job-related criteria.

About Components Express

Components Express is a trusted provider of high-quality electronic components and custom solutions. We partner with customers across industries to deliver reliable, innovative products—supported by strong technical expertise and a collaborative, customer-first culture.

Components Express is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Design Engineer II to support the development of custom cable and harness solutions. This role plays a critical part in evaluating design feasibility, developing prototypes, and delivering cost-effective solutions that meet both customer and manufacturing requirements.

This is a highly collaborative position where you’ll partner closely with sales, production, and purchasing teams—bringing designs from concept through production.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate feasibility of cable and harness assembly designs
• Develop and refine engineering solutions based on customer requirements
• Create engineering drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs)
• Identify appropriate materials and components, including connectors, contacts, and cables
• Build prototypes and support testing requirements and procedures
• Analyze cost-benefit considerations to ensure efficient, practical solutions
• Design product packaging and create specification sheets
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, production, and purchasing teams to ensure smooth project execution
• Support continuous improvement in product design and manufacturability

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Experience designing for manufacturing environments (metal, plastics, or industrial production)
• Hands-on experience with cable and harness components (connectors, contacts, raw cable)
• Proficiency with CAD tools (Autodesk Inventor preferred or similar)
• Ability to create accurate drawings, assemblies, and documentation
• Strong understanding of engineering documentation (BOMs, test procedures, specifications)
• Proven ability to work on cross-functional technical projects
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead technical discussions independently

Why Join Components Express?

• Opportunity to work on custom, application-driven engineering projects
• Collaborative environment with direct impact across teams
• Exposure to manufacturing, sourcing, and product development
• Growing company with strong industry relationships
• Competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities

Our Total Rewards

• Health insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Voluntary short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid sick leave and vacation time
• Annual performance bonus
• Quarterly and annual incentives for SMART goal objectives

Company Description

Components Express, a 2Connect company, provides high-performance cable assemblies, connectivity solutions, and engineered products for industries such as industrial automation, machine vision, medical, and aerospace. As part of the global 2Connect Group, headquartered in the Netherlands, we combine local expertise with global engineering and manufacturing capabilities to deliver reliable solutions and exceptional customer service. We are committed to quality, innovation, and helping customers solve complex connectivity challenges.