Mechanical Design Engineer

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Specialist Training

4 Weeks PTO

Relocation Assistance

Full Benefits

401(k) Match

Weekends Off

Job summary

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited in Chicago, IL is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with a Low Voltage power distribution background to own the full mechanical design from concept through to on-site production. You will collaborate with electrical engineers and receive weekly mentorship from senior leaders while delivering complex LV switchgear projects.

This role offers a fast-track to management within an innovative, autonomous culture that values technical excellence and real impact on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Mechanical design experience within power distribution (switchgear or switchboards).
• Enclosure design experience with sheet metal, bolted designs, or cabinetry.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of complex Low Voltage switchgear, including 2D elevations and detailed section views.
• Collaborate with Electrical Engineers to manage submittal and approval of new designs.
• Receive specialist training and mentorship from VPs and senior leadership via weekly sessions.

Skills

Power distribution design

Enclosure design (sheet metal)

2D design elevations

Mechanical design fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer - Low Voltage Power Distribution

$115,000 - $140,000 + 10% Bonus + Specialist Training + 4 Weeks PTO + Relocation Assistance + Full Benefits + 401(k) Match + Weekends Off!

Chicago, IL

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer with a Low Voltage power distribution background looking to take full ownership of complex switchgear designs from concept through to on-site production?

Do you want to be recognized as a technical expert at a market-leading company, working directly with senior leadership on a clear, fast-track path to management?

This is a prestigious, market-leading specialist in Low and Medium Voltage switchgear. Following a period of massive growth, they are expanding their operations and investing heavily in their people. They pride themselves on an innovative, autonomous culture that lets engineers put their own stamp on complex projects and drive real change across the business.

On offer is a pivotal role managing the full mechanical design of bespoke Low Voltage solutions, focusing on the intricate 2D elevations and detailed section views unique to LV projects. To keep you at the forefront of the field, you will benefit from a unique weekly training initiative where senior experts share specialist knowledge across both mechanical and electrical disciplines.

This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer with a specialist focus on Low Voltage switchgear and enclosures, looking for greater technical complexity and a fast-track to management.

The Role:

• Leading the mechanical design of complex Low Voltage switchgear, including 2D elevations and detailed section views.
• Collaborating with Electrical Engineers to manage the submittal and approval phase of new designs.
• Receiving specialist training and direct mentorship from VPs and senior leadership via weekly sessions.

The Person:

• Mechanical design experience within power distribution (switchgear or switchboards)
• Enclosure design experience with sheet metal, bolted designs, or cabinetry
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Key Words: Mechanical Design Engineer, MV, Medium Voltage, Switchgear, Switchboards, 2D Design, AutoCAD, Elevation Drawings, Section Views, Sheet Metal, Enclosures, Bolted Design, Power Distribution, Manufacturing, Project Lifecycle, Technical Lead, Addison, Chicago, Engineering Management.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.