Equipment Mechanical Engineer

Confidential Jobs; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A mechanical engineering firm in Chicago is seeking an experienced engineer to inspect and evaluate damages to various mechanical systems. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience and must be willing to travel 30–50% of the time. Responsibilities include assessing equipment and producing detailed reports. Excellent analytical, communication, and computer skills are essential for success in this role. Candidates must reside in Chicago and be flexible with work hours.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in engineering design, analysis, or applications.
• Must reside in Chicago, Illinois.
• Willing to travel 30–50% of the time, sometimes at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and evaluate damages to various mechanical and electronic systems.
• Analyze requirements for comparable equipment replacements.
• Produce detailed written reports regularly.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

• Inspect and evaluate damages to different types of mechanical and electronic systems, such as machinery, refrigeration systems, furnaces, conveyance systems, elevators, UPS, boilers, medical equipment, laboratory equipment, injection molding machinery, industrial plants, and a variety of other mechanical / industrial equipment.
• Analyze requirements and specifications to determine comparable equipment replacements.
• Provide research to determine costs associated with equipment replacement (i.e., new and used).
• Expected to produce 3+ page written reports regularly.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering (BSME) with over 5 years of experience in engineering design, analysis, or applications
• Must reside in Chicago, Illinois
• Must be willing and able to travel 30–50% of the time, sometimes at short notice but not for extended periods of time.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Computer skills (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• A desire to learn, excel and grow with us and within the profession

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications

• Must be able to sit for long period of time
• Must be able to travel to various project sites as needed.
• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and kneeling.
• Positive, friendly attitude to everyone.
• Must be comfortable to work in a remote and/or hybrid environment
• Must be flexible to work outside of the 8:30am – 5:30pm business hours if needed
• Must be flexible to travel and able to accommodate approximately 30–50% travel