Junior Mechanical Engineer: Design, Test & Improve

Michael Page; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Health, Dental Vision

PTO

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Illinois to design, develop, and test mechanical components for diverse projects within the business services sector. You will work with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure timely and compliant solutions, handling analysis, testing, documentation, and ongoing process improvement.

The role requires CAD proficiency, familiarity with fabrication/machining, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Experience with CAD and standard business applications.
• Understanding of fabrication and machining processes is a plus.
• Familiarity with simulation, modeling, and design validation tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design and development of mechanical systems and components.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure project success.
• Analyze and resolve technical issues during the production process.
• Conduct testing and validation of mechanical designs to meet specifications.
• Prepare detailed documentation and reports for projects and processes.
• Support the implementation of new technologies and processes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering team.

Skills

CAD software

Simulation tools

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Simulation software

MS Office

Job description

MPI is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Illinois to design, develop, and test mechanical components for diverse projects within the business services sector. You will work with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure timely and compliant solutions, handling analysis, testing, documentation, and ongoing process improvement.

The role requires CAD proficiency, familiarity with fabrication/machining, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.