HW Production Engineer

Hollister-Whitney; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

HSA

401K/Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

Hollister-Whitney, part of Vantage Elevation, seeks a Production Engineer in Quincy, IL. The role focuses on system and component engineering, with required CAD tools and manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, supporting customers, and coordinating with service teams. The position emphasizes detailed CAD work, problem solving, and independent work with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in CAD or engineering with emphasis on design drafting.
• Bachelor degree in engineering preferred.
• 3+ years technical work in a manufacturing/engineering office environment.
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2010 or newer.
• Proficient in MS Excel with ability to learn other software.
• Autodesk Inventor knowledge a plus.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting project specs, drawings, and mechanical parts/assembly drawings.
• Ability to learn detailed information about a large number of products.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Interact with customers to ensure engineering needs are understood.
• Updated orders to meet job specific requirements through a CPQ system.
• Review and interpret specifications, sketches and layout drawings.
• Review governing code authorities to ensure products meet required code criteria.
• Perform complex engineering calculations as necessary.
• Prepare detailed assembly and part drawings for fabrication.
• Trouble shoot products and components through phone and e-mail to help customers resolve issues in the field.
• Direct and support service technicians in the field by shipping components or locating information.
• Support all other departments as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Strong communication

Independent work

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Reading technical drawings

Ability to learn quickly

Education

Associate’s Degree in CAD or engineering

Bachelor degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

MS Excel

Job description

Production Engineer

Regular, Full Time Position

Quincy, IL

If you are a forward-thinker interested in system and component engineering, then keep reading! We are searching for a Production Engineer to join our Hollister Whitney team at Vantage Elevation.

About Us

Vantage Elevation, LLC is North America’s leading independent manufacturer of elevator components and systems. Vantage is comprised of eight business units including GAL Manufacturing; GAL Canada; Hollister-Whitney; Elevator Controls; Courion; Bore-Max; Thames Valley Controls and Vertical Dimensions. Through its brands, Vantage supplies almost all electro-mechanical devices used in contemporary elevators. Founded in 1927, the Vantage group employs over 900 staff in multiple locations across the United States, Canada, and United Kingdom.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Computer Aided Drafting or other engineering discipline with heavy emphasis on design drafting.
• Bachelor Degree in an engineering field preferred.
• 3+ years technical work in a manufacturing/engineering office environment.
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2010 or newer.
• Proficient in MS Excel with the ability to learn other software as required.
• Autodesk Inventor knowledge a plus
• Proficient in reading and interpreting project specifications, architectural and structural building drawings, and mechanical parts/assembly drawings.
• Ability to learn detailed information about a large number of products.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to grasp technical concepts.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload and to manage several projects concurrently with accuracy and speed.
• Requires impeccable attention to detail and excellent proofing skills.
• Ability to work independently with critical thinking skills, and minimal supervision.
• Must possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Interact with customers to ensure engineering needs are understood.
• Updated orders to meet job specific requirements through a CPQ system.
• Review and interpret specifications, sketches and layout drawings.
• Review governing code authorities to ensure products being supplied meet the required code criteria.
• Perform complex engineering calculations as necessary.
• Prepare detailed assembly and part drawings as necessary for fabrication.
• Trouble shoot products and components through phone and e-mail communication as necessary to help customers resolve issues in the field.
• Direct and support service technicians in the field by shipping components or locating information as necessary.
• Support all other departments as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits Of Working With Us

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• HSA
• 401(K)/Company Match/ Non-Elective
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• ... and more!

Position Details

• Base Salary $60,000-$70,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and in keeping with local legislation)
• Full Time
• Day Shift
• Location will be based in Quincy, IL at Hollister Whtiney
• Vantage Elevation, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.