Mechanical Engineer

Mueller Industries; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Allowance for personal safety and uniforms

Paid time off

Job summary

Mueller Industries is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Bluffs, Illinois. This role involves creating 3D models and providing manufacturing support while collaborating closely with the Sales Team. The position requires a solid engineering background, knowledge of thermal sciences, and experience in 2D/3D CAD.

Benefits include comprehensive insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, and paid time off. A focused commitment to engineering creativity makes Mueller Industries a great place to advance your career.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of practical application of engineering science and technology.
• Experience with 2D & 3D CAD.
• Knowledge of design techniques and tools.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models & 2D drawings with Autodesk Inventor.
• Utilize CFD software for product design and revisions.
• Support the Sales Team with product variations.

Skills

Engineering and Technology

2D & 3D CAD

Design techniques and tools

Mathematical methods

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

3-5 years of engineering experience

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

CFD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Posted Monday, February 2, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Location: Bluffs, Illinois
Salary Range: $50,000-$80,000

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a mechanical engineer to add to our team. This role will include manufacturing support, utilizing product sizing software to select the ideal product for customer requirements, and supporting the Sales Team by modeling customer specific designs in 3D CAD with a 2D detailed drawing. Longer term activities include product design for manufacturing, design revisions to accommodate new refrigerants entering the industry, and new design concepts to remain competitive.

Westermeyer Industries is excited to share the new career opportunities that are coming as we complete our new world-class facility. We are making a bold investment in the future with all new equipment and exciting career opportunities. Join our team and grow with us!

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Westermeyer Industries designs, manufactures, and distributes high-quality components and accessories for the refrigeration and air-conditioning industries. Products include pressure vessels such as oil separators, receivers, accumulators, oil filters, condensers, and evaporators, as well as level and pressure detection devices and a range of replacement parts. More than a supplier, Westermeyer Industries is dedicated to engineering creativity and design ingenuity, offering catalog products and custom solutions alike.

DIVISION / DEPARTMENT

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & FUNCTIONS

• Create 3D models & 2D drawings with Autodesk Inventor
• Utilize CFD software to either revise existing designs or to brainstorm new concepts that could be offered as a next generation line of products
• Support the Sales Team by creating variations of current products to meet customer requirements.
• Perform product testing in the onsite Engineering Lab. Various refrigeration systems are available to expose the design under test to varying thermal loads and flow rates
• Conduct thermal load calculations for sizing of refrigerant to fluid shell and tube heat exchangers.
• Become familiarized with Robotic Handling and Robotic Welding Systems
• Regular exposure to the ASME Pressure Vessel Code
• Confer with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Engineering and Technology: Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. An individual with a passion for thermal sciences, heat transfer, and fluid flow will excel at this position. Ideally would be very familiar with the thermodynamic cycle of a vapor compression system, with typical fluorocarbons or carbon dioxide as the working refrigerant.
• Computers: Experience with 2D & 3D CAD. Above average knowledge using Microsoft Office products.
• Design: Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Mathematical: The education and understanding of which mathematics to use and the ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• 3-5 years of engineering experience preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting, standing, walking, sitting, climbing, bending

COMPANY BENEFITS

• ComprehensiveMedical, Dental, and Vision insuranceto keep you healthy
• A robust401(k) with company matchto assist in securing your financial future
• Company-providedlife insurance
• Monthly allowancefor personal safety and uniforms
• Paid time offso you can have work-life balance

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the organization as required by the department supervisor or other manager.

Applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check

Mueller Industries Companies provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, sex, age, national origin, color, religion, disability, handicap or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any other basis as may be specified by applicable federal, state, or local laws.