Manufacturing Engineer - US (Chicago, IL)

Gideon; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics and manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to build and lead their assembly team. The role involves hands-on assembly of robotic systems and collaboration with remote teams. Ideal candidates will have a technical degree and relevant experience in mechanical and electrical assembly.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision plans for you and your family

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
• Extensive knowledge in assembling mechanical and electrical components.

Responsibilities

• Planning and monitoring production processes in the US.
• Leading & building a cohesive assembly team.
• Assembling mechanical and electrical components.

Skills

Communication

Team Leadership

Education

High school or bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Mechanical components

Electrical components

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer - US (Chicago, IL)

About us

At Gideon, we're crafting the future of logistics, manufacturing & other industrial environments with cutting-edge AI and 3D vision-based autonomous robots. Our team of 80+ exceptional individuals is committed to automating complex operations, allowing people to shine in what they do best.

If you're ready to join us and be part of this journey, read on!

Our team, based in Croatia and USA, consists of 80+ talented people, including top experts in hardware and software engineering, devoted to developing robots that make people's work easier.

We are an ambitious group of tech enthusiasts with diverse backgrounds, skills, and experiences, passionate about what we do! We value team spirit, continuous learning, and kindness. There's much more to learn, so we hope this piques your curiosity!

About the role

We're looking for a self-starter to build our team and processes from the ground up! As you build our team of assembly technicians, you will also be hands-on in assembling robotic systems, ensuring seamless integration of skills and project progression. If you thrive in leadership and technical challenges, we'd love to hear from you! The work site is in Woodridge, Illinois.

Responsibilities we’ll trust you with:

• Planning and monitoring production processes in the US in cooperation with the remote team in Croatia
• Taking over documentation from engineering and planning how to perform work
• Monitoring production problems and reporting them to the engineering team in Zagreb, Croatia
• Ensuring the success of the US-based assembly team and the quality of services provided
• Leading & building a cohesive assembly team
• Participating in hiring and training new team members
• Assembling mechanical and electrical components according to documentation and engineering inputs
• Testing and troubleshooting electro/mechanical systems
• Providing feedback and updating technical documentation
• Performing other technical duties as needed to ensure smooth operations
• Collaborating closely with electrical, mechanical, and QA engineers in Zagreb, Croatia

Your area of expertise:

• High school or bachelor's degree in a technical field
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
• Good verbal and written English communication skills
• Extensive knowledge in assembling mechanical and electrical components
• Extensive knowledge in testing electro/mechanical systems

Steps in the selection process:

Introduction

Share your experiences and interests; we'll tell you more about the position, our team, and Gideon. We value individual approaches and are curious about how we fit into your plans.

Technical Assessment

This stage provides insight into the actual job through a technical task and discussion with a senior expert.

Final interview

An in-depth conversation about your potential role at Gideon and our culture.

Offer!

If successful, you'll receive an offer detailing compensation, benefits, and working conditions.

If we already sparked your interest, you can apply now

But there's more to come if you continue reading :)

What do we offer and what can you expect once you join us?

Medical, dental & vision plans for you and your family