Mechanical Assembly Engineer

Culligan International; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Job summary

Culligan International is seeking a recent engineering graduate or someone starting a growth path combining hands-on manufacturing with engineering and project management exposure. You will assemble water treatment equipment, read technical drawings, and support testing and FAT activities onsite.

Ideal candidates have a technical degree, strong mechanical aptitude, and willingness to learn PLC/VFD/HMI systems; travel up to 10% may be required, with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Engineering preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; able to learn electrical systems and PLC/VFD/HMI devices.
• Willing to train the right candidate and support hands-on manufacturing.
• Ability to read technical drawings, bills of materials, and schematics.
• Capable of lifting up to 75 pounds and travel up to 10% (possibly international).

Responsibilities

• Assemble water treatment equipment and piping per drawings and specs.
• Perform mechanical testing, checkout, and FAT support.
• Troubleshoot during assembly and testing.
• Assist in FAT and commissioning activities.
• Maintain documentation and safety/quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on learning

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical field

Tools

PLC programming

Job description

This position is ideal for recent engineering graduates or individuals seeking a career path that combines hands‑on technical experience with long‑term engineering and project management growth opportunities.
Responsibilities:

• Assemble commercial and industrial water treatment equipment, piping systems, skids, and integrated process systems according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform mechanical testing, operational checkout, and system verification prior to shipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process‑related issues during assembly and testing.
• Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT) and support commissioning activities as required.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, bills of material, assembly drawings, and technical specifications.
• Work alongside Project Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Field Service Engineers, and Project Managers to gain exposure to the full project lifecycle.
• Learn water treatment processes and technologies including reverse osmosis, deionization, filtration, softening, UV, EDI, and related process equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, production efficiency, and manufacturing processes.
• Maintain accurate assembly, testing, and quality documentation.
• Follow all company safety procedures and quality standards.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Engineering preferred); equivalent experience considered.
• Strong mechanical aptitude required, willing to work in a hands‑on manufacturing environment for extended periods, able to learn electrical systems and programming PLC/VFD/HMI devices.
• Will consider all experience levels, including new graduates; willing to train the right candidate.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, electrical schematics, and P&IDs.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Team lifting or material‑handling equipment may be used when required by safety procedures.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%, possibly internationally as well.
  

Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies in this position:
Attention to detail Mechanical aptitude Quality‑focused mindset
Problem -solving skills Teamwork & Collaboration
Time management Safety awareness
Target Salary Range: $70,000 - 80,000 per year, paid hourly. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, level, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Full‑time positions are eligible for competitive benefits, including: paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, disability benefits and 401(k).
Culligan International Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.