Mechanical Engineer-Additive Manufacturing & Product Development

Ebro Electronic GmbH; Morton Grove (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Xylem is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to advance new products through design and additive manufacturing. You will operate large-format SLA and FDM printers, create CAD models, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to rapidly develop prototype parts for the Applied Water product development group.

The role requires CAD proficiency, Creo experience, and a strong aptitude for troubleshooting and multi-project management in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Experience with CAD software with Creo preferred.
• Hands-on experience with additive manufacturing and prototyping.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple prototype requests or projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot large-format SLA and FDM additive manufacturing equipment.
• Prepare print files, optimize build orientation, support structures, and process parameters for successful prototype production.
• Perform post-processing activities including cleaning, curing, support removal, sanding, machining, assembly, and inspection.
• Design and modify mechanical components and assemblies using CAD software.
• Support prototype development, engineering testing, and design validation activities.
• Collaborate with product development engineers to rapidly iterate designs based on testing and customer feedback.
• Maintain additive manufacturing equipment, materials, inventories, and laboratory organization.
• Develop and document best practices for additive manufacturing processes.
• Participate in design reviews and engineering problem-solving efforts.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Prototyping

Mechanical design

Troubleshooting

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Creo

Job description

Job Overview

Xylem ist ein Fortune 500 Wassertechnologieunternehmen mit globalen 23.000 Mitarbeitenden in über 100 Ländern und einer Mission: unseren Kunden durch innovative Technologielösungen und unser Fachwissen bei der Lösung von Wasserproblemen und -herausforderungen zu helfen. Wir sind der weltweit führende Anbieter effizienter, innovativer und nachhaltiger Wassertechnologien, die dafür sorgen, dass unser Wasser nachhaltig genutzt, optimal verwaltet, erhalten und wiederverwendet wird. Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

The Role

We are seeking a hands‑on Mechanical Engineer to support new product development through a combination of engineering design and additive manufacturing. This role is responsible for operating and maintaining large‑format SLA and FDM printers, producing high‑quality prototype components, and partnering with other design engineers to rapidly develop, evaluate, and improve new products for the Xylem Applied Water product development team. The ideal candidate enjoys both designing mechanical components and working directly with hardware. They are equally comfortable creating CAD models, troubleshooting printers, post‑processing prototype parts, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams throughout the product development process.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot large‑format SLA and FDM additive manufacturing equipment.
• Prepare print files, optimize build orientation, support structures, and process parameters for successful prototype production.
• Perform post‑processing activities including cleaning, curing, support removal, sanding, machining, assembly, and inspection.
• Design and modify mechanical components and assemblies using CAD software.
• Support prototype development, engineering testing, and design validation activities.
• Collaborate with product development engineers to rapidly iterate designs based on testing and customer feedback.
• Maintain additive manufacturing equipment, materials, inventories, and laboratory organization.
• Develop and document best practices for additive manufacturing processes.
• Participate in design reviews and engineering problem‑solving efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Experience with CAD software with experience in Creo preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with additive manufacturing and prototyping.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple prototype requests or projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating industrial SLA and FDM printers.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Familiarity with new product development or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience with traditional manufacturing processes for sand casting, injection molding, and CNC machining.
• Experience with polymer materials and all major additive manufacturing processes.

Compensation

The estimated salary range for this position is $80k to $100k base plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range.

Benefits

• Medical plans
• Dental plans
• Vision plans
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

Company Culture

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well‑being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG).

Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affluent Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed.

Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology!

Inklusion und Zugehörigkeit bei Xylem Xylem ist ein Unternehmen, was Chancengleichheit fördert. Alle Entscheidungen werden ohne Rücksicht auf Nationalität, Hautfarbe, Religion, ethnische Herkunft, Geschlecht, sexuelle Orientierung, Geschlechtsidentität oder Ausdruck, Alter, Behinderung oder anderer gesetzlich geschützter Merkmale getroffen. Mehr dazu finden Sie hier: (https://www.xylem.com/en-us/careers/inclusion-and-belonging/)