Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer — Design, Prototyping & Process Improvement

Watershed Foods, LLC; Gridley (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (PPO/HSA)

Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D

401(k) with company match

Holidays, PTO, parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Uniform and boots provided

Volunteer days

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Watershed Foods, LLC in Gridley, IL is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced mechanical systems in a factory setting. You will contribute to new equipment development, lean improvements, and process design through hands-on design, procurement, testing, and real-world deployment.

You will work on projects that integrate automation, mechanical design, and manufacturing improvements to increase efficiency, precision, and reliability in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design parts and systems using 3D CAD with manufacturability in mind.
• Collaborate with production and suppliers to improve designs and ensure buildability.
• Manage multiple projects with schedules and budgets across departments.
• Continuously improve designs and processes for cost, quality, and reliability.

Skills

3D CAD

Manufacturing

Hands-on

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Tolerances and specs

Materials knowledge

Design for cost

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Inventor

Job description

Watershed Foods, LLC in Gridley, IL is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced mechanical systems in a factory setting. You will contribute to new equipment development, lean improvements, and process design through hands-on design, procurement, testing, and real-world deployment.

You will work on projects that integrate automation, mechanical design, and manufacturing improvements to increase efficiency, precision, and reliability in a fast-paced,