Mechanical Engineer III

Serac Group; Carol Stream (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Serac Group in Carol Stream, IL seeks a Mechanical Engineer III to lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of industrial automation and packaging machinery. You will own projects from concept through installation and collaborate with electrical, controls, manufacturing, quality, and suppliers.

The role requires 5+ years in mechanical engineering for industrial machinery, strong SolidWorks skills, and knowledge of pneumatic/hydraulic systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in industrial machinery or automation.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Experience with pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of GD&T and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems for industrial automation and packaging equipment.
• Create 3D models and detailed 2D drawings using SolidWorks.
• Develop and maintain accurate BOMs and documentation.
• Design and optimize pneumatic and hydraulic circuits.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and fluid power systems in production environments.
• Lead enhancements to existing machinery to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Manage multiple engineering projects and collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, controls, manufacturing, quality, and suppliers.
• Participate in design reviews, validation testing, and machine start-up support.

Skills

Machine design

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Industrial automation

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Engineer III

Carol Stream, IL
Full-Time | Exempt
Salary Range: $90,000 -$110,000

No sponsorship available at this time
This is a fully onsite role (5 days per week)

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer III to join our engineering team in Carol Stream, IL. This role is responsible for leading the design, development, and continuous improvement of industrial automation and packaging machinery.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in machine design, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and industrial automation environments, and can independently manage projects from concept through installation.

Key Responsibilities

Machine & System Design

• Design and develop mechanical systems and assemblies for industrial automation and packaging equipment

• Create 3D models and detailed 2D drawings using SolidWorks

• Develop and maintain accurate BOMs and documentation

Pneumatic & Hydraulic Systems

• Design and optimize pneumatic and hydraulic circuits

• Troubleshoot mechanical and fluid power systems in production environments

Continuous Improvement

• Lead enhancements to existing machinery to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency

• Conduct root cause analysis and implement permanent corrective solutions

Project Ownership

• Manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously

• Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, controls, manufacturing, quality, and suppliers

• Participate in design reviews, validation testing, and machine start-up support

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in industrial machinery or automation

• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks

• Experience with pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems

• Knowledge of GD&T and manufacturing processes

• Ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives

Preferred Experience

• Packaging, filling, capping, or food processing machinery

• Explosion-proof or regulated environments

• Experience with design validation and DFMEA

• Prior leadership or mentoring experience