Design Engineer | Entry Level

Michael Page; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

4.5% 401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Mechanical Engineering & Manufacturing Operations Specialist in Elk Grove Village, IL. You will support design-to-production, maintain docs, and drive continuous improvements across engineering and manufacturing teams.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree with a 3.0+ GPA and experience with CAD/design software, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and strong analytical/problem-solving skills. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with a 3.0+ GPA.
• Prior engineering internship, co-op, or professional experience preferred.
• Experience using CAD/design software and standard business applications.
• Exposure to product design, manufacturing environments, and engineering best practices.
• Understanding of fabrication, machining, or other industrial production processes is a plus.
• Familiarity with simulation, modeling, and design validation tools is advantageous.
• Basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and customer-facing teams.
• Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation for design-to-production processes.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to address technical challenges and drive improvements.
• Use engineering software and analytical tools to evaluate designs and support development initiatives.
• Develop and maintain technical specifications, drawings, and related documentation per quality standards.
• Provide technical guidance and support to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Assist with product development, design reviews, and engineering calculations as needed.
• Investigate product performance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Support material selection, product enhancements, and other continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (GPA 3.0+)

Internship/co-op or professional experience preferred

Tools

CAD/design software

Standard business applications

Job description

Job Title

Engineering & Manufacturing Operations Management

Job Description

Support the design-to-production process by preparing and maintaining engineering documentation. Collaborate with manufacturing teams to address technical challenges and drive continuous process improvements. Utilize engineering software and analytical tools to evaluate designs and support product development initiatives. Develop and maintain technical specifications, drawings, and related documentation in accordance with quality standards. Provide technical guidance and support to both internal teams and external stakeholders. Assist with product development efforts, design reviews, and engineering calculations as needed. Investigate product performance issues and recommend corrective actions when appropriate. Support material selection, product enhancements, and other continuous improvement projects.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with a 3.0 or higher GPA. Prior engineering internship, co-op, or professional experience preferred. Experience using CAD/design software and standard business applications. Exposure to product design, manufacturing environments, and engineering best practices. Understanding of fabrication, machining, or other industrial production processes is a plus. Familiarity with simulation, modeling, and design validation tools is advantageous. Basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems preferred. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Comfortable working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and customer-facing teams. Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset and attention to detail.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary between $65,000 and $75,000. 4.5% 401k match. Opportunities for tuition reimbursement. Health, Dental Vision, PTO based on experience.

Job Summary

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Operations Management

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Location: Elk Grove Village

Contract Type: Permanent