Lead Mechanical Engineer

Morales Group Staffing; Paris (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Morales Group Staffing seeks a Lead Mechanical Engineer in Paris, IL to lead engineering staff and drive manufacturing improvements for an aerospace manufacturer.

You will guide projects, support new product introductions, and translate technical requirements into reliable production processes. A hands-on, collaborative leader with CAD/tooling proficiency is essential for delivering high-quality results.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Strong CAD and tooling skills with a record of cost reductions.
• Hands-on, collaborative approach and ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the engineering team and prioritize projects.
• Partner with customers, vendors, and subcontractors to align specs and manufacturing requirements.
• Oversee engineering documentation, product specs, tooling design, and modifications.

Skills

Project management

Analytical ability

Communication

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Lead Mechanical EngineerParis, ILDirect Hire/ On-SitePosition OverviewLead engineering people, projects, and manufacturing improvements for an aerospace manufacturer. Reporting to the President, you will guide the engineering function, support new product introductions, and help turn technical requirements into efficient, reliable production processes.What You Will Do as a Lead Mechanical Engineer:Lead and mentor the engineering team; manage priorities, resources, and project delivery.Partner with customers, vendors, and subcontractors to align specifications and manufacturing requirements.Oversee engineering documentation, product specifications, tooling design, and modifications.Support existing products and new product introductions; assess product, process, and supplier risks.Evaluate new manufacturing technologies and equipment to reduce costs and improve processes.Drive on time and in full project and quoting delivery; target 95% completion of product change, laser, CNC, and weld requests. Promote 6S, safety, and quality procedures.What You Bring:7–10 years of manufacturing engineering experience.Strong CAD and tooling skills, with a proven record of manufacturing cost reductions.Strong project management, analytical, communication, technical training, and presentation skills; proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.A hands on, collaborative approach and ability to manage competing priorities. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.