Mechanical Engineer

Sterling Engineering; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Sterling Engineering in Belvidere, IL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to own the design through manufacturing of custom rotating equipment for chemical processing. You will design with SolidWorks, perform strength calculations, develop BOMs, coordinate with machinists and suppliers, and lead root-cause analysis to implement improvements.

Bachelor’s degree required; 5+ years experience; Autodesk Inventor / MathCAD a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and 2D CAD software.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, power transmission components, motors, materials.
• Ability to read drawings, tolerances, and develop practical designs.
• Strong problem-solving and multi-project management skills.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor, MathCAD or MS Project is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design custom industrial machinery and components using SolidWorks.
• Perform engineering calculations involving material strength, stress, and performance.
• Develop detailed drawings, BOMs, and project cost estimates.
• Coordinate projects from design through fabrication, assembly, and testing.
• Collaborate with machinists, fabricators, suppliers, and engineers to realize designs.
• Troubleshoot design and manufacturing issues, do root-cause analysis, implement fixes.
• Support scheduling, vendor coordination, and design improvements.

Skills

SolidWorks

2D CAD

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Material properties knowledge

Power transmission knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

MathCAD

Microsoft Project

Job description

NOW HIRING: MECHANICAL ENGINEER | BELVIDERE, IL

Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Belvidere, IL

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $85-100K yrly

Benefits: Full benefits package offered

Ready to turn your engineering expertise into innovative, custom-designed machinery?

Here’s your opportunity to take ownership of exciting engineering projects from initial design through manufacturing, assembly, and testing!

We're partnering with an established manufacturing company specializing in custom rotating equipment used in chemical processing. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Mechanical Engineer who enjoys solving complex mechanical challenges, bringing designs to life, and collaborating with a talented team to deliver engineered solutions.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Design custom industrial machinery and mechanical components using SolidWorks.
• Perform engineering calculations involving material strength, stress, and mechanical performance.
• Develop detailed drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and project cost estimates.
• Coordinate projects from design through fabrication, assembly, and testing.
• Collaborate with machinists, fabricators, suppliers, and fellow engineers to bring designs to life.
• Troubleshoot design and manufacturing challenges, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Support project scheduling, vendor coordination, and continuous design improvements.

WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT?

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and experience with 2D CAD software.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, power transmission components, electric motors, and material properties.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, understand tolerances, and develop practical design solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor, MathCAD, or Microsoft Project is a plus!

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.