Mechanical & Electrical Engineer

LVI Associates; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

LVI Associates-based employer is seeking Electrical & Mechanical Engineers (I, II, Lead) to design and deliver custom low- and medium-voltage power distribution equipment. Roles involve close collaboration with manufacturing, operations, and cross-functional teams to meet customer and production needs.

Lead roles provide technical direction, mentorship, and workload coordination, while I/II focus on design development, documentation, and manufacturing support. Strong problem-solving is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with engineered products and power distribution equipment preferred.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, BOMs, revision control, and problem-solving methods.
• Experience with CAD tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical or mechanical designs, calculations, drawings, specifications, BOMs, and technical documentation.
• Interpret customer and order requirements while identifying missing, conflicting, or non-standard inputs.
• Apply engineering standards, design review processes, configuration management, and change control procedures.
• Support manufacturing, quality, and operations teams with technical issue resolution and root-cause investigations.
• Coordinate with engineering, drafting, operations, and customer-facing teams throughout project execution.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

A leading manufacturer of custom-engineered power distribution and control solutions is expanding its engineering team and seeking talented professionals to support continued growth.

This organization designs and manufactures highly customized low- and medium-voltage electrical equipment used across industrial, commercial, utility, and critical infrastructure markets throughout North America.

We Are Hiring for the Following Positions

Electrical & Mechanical Engineering Opportunities (Engineer I, Engineer II & Lead)

A leading manufacturer of custom-engineered power distribution and control solutions is expanding its engineering team and seeking talented professionals to support continued growth.

This organization designs and manufactures highly customized low- and medium-voltage electrical equipment used across industrial, commercial, utility, and critical infrastructure markets throughout North America.

We Are Hiring for the Following Positions

• Electrical Engineer Lead


• Mechanical Engineer Lead


• Electrical Engineer II


• Mechanical Engineer II


• Electrical Engineer I


• Mechanical Engineer I

Position Overview

These roles support the design, development, and manufacture of engineered-to-order low- and medium-voltage power distribution equipment. Engineers will work closely with manufacturing, operations, quality, and cross-functional engineering teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions while supporting customer and production requirements.

Lead-level engineers will provide technical leadership, mentoring, design review support, and workload coordination, while Engineer I and II positions will focus on engineering execution, design development, technical documentation, and manufacturing support.

This is a highly visible opportunity within a growing organization where engineers have direct involvement in product design, problem solving, process improvement, and the successful delivery of custom power distribution projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop electrical or mechanical designs, calculations, drawings, specifications, BOMs, and technical documentation.


• Interpret customer and order requirements while identifying missing, conflicting, or non-standard inputs.


• Apply engineering standards, design review processes, configuration management, and change control procedures.


• Support manufacturing, quality, and operations teams with technical issue resolution and root-cause investigations.


• Coordinate with engineering, drafting, operations, and customer-facing teams throughout project execution.


• Maintain accurate engineering records and documentation.


• Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Lead-level engineers will provide technical direction, mentor junior engineers, and coordinate engineering workloads.


• Support the design and manufacture of low- and medium-voltage switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, control assemblies, and related power distribution equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline.


• Experience requirements vary based on level (Engineer I through Lead).


• Experience with engineered products, manufacturing environments, power distribution equipment, switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, or industrial equipment preferred.


• Working knowledge of engineering drawings, specifications, BOMs, revision control, and structured problem-solving methods.


• Strong communication and collaboration skills.


• Experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar engineering design tools is a plus.


• Demonstrated technical leadership experience preferred for Lead-level positions.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with backgrounds in the following industries are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Electrical Equipment Manufacturing


• Power Distribution


• Switchgear & Switchboard Design


• Industrial Controls & Automation


• OEM Manufacturing


• Electrical Construction


• Panelboard Manufacturing


• Medium-Voltage & Low-Voltage Equipment


• Critical Power Infrastructure


• Custom Engineered Industrial Products

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary up to $200,000 depending on experience and level


• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance


• 401(k) with Company Match


• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays


• Life & Disability Insurance


• Collaborative Engineering Environment


• Strong Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities


• Exposure to Complex, Custom-Engineered Products


• Direct Interaction with Manufacturing and Operations Leadership


• Stable and Growing Organization


• Long-Term Career Development Opportunities


• Flexible Hybrid Work Environment with Potential for Full Remote Work Long-Term Based on Performance and Business Needs

Location

Addison, IL (Near O'Hare Airport)

Hybrid Schedule: 3 Days On-Site | 2 Days Remote

Full Remote Flexibility Available Long-Term for High Performers

Work Authorization: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. Visa sponsorship and employment authorization transfers are not available for these positions. Applicants requiring current or future sponsorship, including H-1B, OPT, CPT, TN, or similar visa support, will not be considered.