Mechanical Engineer

Nationwide Technical Search; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Nationwide Technical Search in Sterling, IL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for onsite, direct-hire employment. DOE, $80,000–$110,000; full benefits. Role focuses on mechanical/structural support across production areas including Melt Shop and Rod Mill.

Responsibilities include engineering support, project/contract management, troubleshooting, technical documentation, safety compliance, and a 24-hour shift readiness when needed.

Qualifications

• Education: B.S. in Mechanical/Structural Engineering preferred.
• 5–10 years in industrial maintenance/engineering with mech equipment.
• Proficiency reading mechanical/electrical/hydraulic schematics.
• Broad knowledge across Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Utilities, Civil.
• Steel-making/heavy metal background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, install, maintain mechanical systems and production processes.
• Oversee project scopes, budgets, schedules; manage vendor contracts.
• Analyze malfunctions and propose design modifications for reliability.
• Read blueprints and mechanical/electrical/hydraulic schematics.
• Follow plant safety rules and operating procedures.
• Support operations in extreme temperatures and heavy machinery environments.

Skills

Project management

Troubleshooting

Communication

Multi-tasking

Mechanical systems

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Structural Engineering

Tools

Schematics reading

Blueprints reading

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

Sterling, IL

Onsite
Permanent/Direct Hire
Full Benefits
DOE, $80,000 - $110,000

Provides mechanical and structural engineering support across production areas, including the Melt Shop and Rod Mill. Focuses on project management, equipment maintenance, system design, and continuous improvement to ensure safe, high-quality, and cost-effective manufacturing operations.

Core Responsibilities & Requirements

• Engineering Support: Research, design, evaluate, install, and maintain mechanical systems, equipment, and production processes.
• Project & Contract Management: Oversee construction projects, manage scopes, budgets, and schedules, and manage equipment/construction vendor contracts.
• Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Analyze machine malfunctions, recommend design modifications, and ensure equipment is operating to specifications.
• Technical Documentation: Read and interpret blueprints, schematics (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic), technical drawings, and computer-generated reports.
• Safety & Compliance: Strictly adhere to all plant safety rules, operating procedures, and policies.
• Work Environment & Demands: Ability to work in extreme temperatures (hot/cold), dusty or dirty environments, at heights, and around heavy machinery. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb stairs/ladders, stand for long periods, and support a 24-hour schedule via variable shifts or on-call.

Key Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering preferred.
• Experience: 5-10 years of industrial maintenance/engineering experience with mechanical equipment; 5 years of experience managing project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in reading mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic schematics. Broad knowledge across engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Utilities, Civil).
• Industry Background: Knowledge of steel-making or heavy metal manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Skills: Strong organizational, multi-tasking, communication, problem-solving, and computer skills.