Dev/Research Engineer 2

EPITEC; Pontiac (IL); On-site; USD 52,348 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in Pontiac, Illinois, is seeking a Dev/Research Engineer 2 for a hands-on role in mechanical systems focused on injector development. The ideal candidate will possess an engineering degree and have 2 to 4 years of hands-on mechanical experience, alongside strong organizational and documentation skills. This position involves teardown, analysis, and testing of prototypes in a collaborative environment, with a competitive hourly compensation of $38 to $42. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a supportive team structure.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of mechanical or related hands-on experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Comfortable in a lab or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform teardown, inspection, measurement, and rebuild activities for injector prototypes.
• Investigate failure mechanisms using advanced imaging systems.
• Maintain precise documentation and organize records.

Skills

Organizational skills

Documentation practices

Communication

Mechanical inspections

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Metrology tools

Creo

Job description

Overview

Dev/Research Engineer 2 (Mechanical – Fuel Systems / Injector Development)

Location: Pontiac, Illinois (Onsite)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Compensation: $38 to $42 per hour (W2)

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

Open to Relocation Candidates

About The Role: This position supports a small injector development team focused on prototype design, precision assembly, teardown, inspection, and testing. Work is highly hands-on; documentation and methodical record keeping are essential.

Team and Assignment Structure

• Team consists of 3 full-time engineers plus 1 part-time engineer
• This role is an added headcount to support growing development and testing needs
• Work is collaborative with consistent interaction with manufacturing partners
• Processes evolve as development progresses; adaptability is important

Key Responsibilities

• Perform teardown, inspection, measurement, and rebuild activities for injector prototypes
• Investigate failure mechanisms using advanced imaging systems, metrology tools, and specialized gauges
• Maintain precise documentation; organize records and development data
• Prepare and track components for builds; maintain detailed logs
• Operate precision assembly equipment and injector test benches
• Analyze performance and test data; communicate findings to engineering and manufacturing groups
• Update drawings in Creo when needed; not a primary focus
• Support process refinement and collaborate with partners during development cycles

Required Qualifications

• Engineering degree required; master’s degree acceptable
• 2 to 4 years of mechanical or related hands-on experience
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
• Experience with mechanical inspections or teardowns
• Strong organization skills and consistent documentation habits
• Clear verbal and written communication
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently after direction
• Comfortable with a work environment that is 75 percent lab or manufacturing and 25 percent office

Preferred Experience

• Background in machining or manufacturing processes
• Experience with metrology equipment or advanced imaging systems
• Familiarity with precision measurement and tight tolerances
• Involvement in iterative development processes such as teardown, analyze, rebuild

Top Candidate Traits

• Highly organized with excellent record keeping
• Hands-on and curious; enjoys mechanical investigation
• Strong relationship building across teams
• Adaptable in evolving processes
• Willing to learn and receptive to guidance