Mechanical Engineer ( Pump Products)

Leapros, Inc.; Bartlett (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Leapros, Inc. in Bartlett, IL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Pump Products) to develop and modify electric fuel pump-and-motor assemblies (24/28 VDC, brushed and brushless) per Army drawings and specifications.

This hands-on role collaborates with shop teams, test benches, vendors and customers to support production and resolve issues in real time. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of hands-on design with small pumps and DC motors, strong GD&T and government drawing standards, and experience

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of hands-on design experience with small pumps and DC motors.
• Strong proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and government drawing standards.
• Demonstrated experience with engineering change control processes.
• Experience planning and executing qualification testing for mechanical or electromechanical products.
• Ability to work effectively on the shop floor and at the test bench in a hands-on capacity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify electric fuel pump-and-motor assemblies (24/28 VDC, brushed and brushless) per Army drawings and applicable specifications.
• Manage engineering change control processes for product design updates and modifications.
• Plan, oversee, and conduct qualification testing to verify product performance and reliability against required standards.
• Work directly on the shop floor and at the test bench to support production activities and resolve technical issues in real time.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure components and materials meet design and quality requirements.
• Interface with customers to address technical inquiries and support program requirements.
• Apply GD&T and government drawing standards throughout the design and documentation process.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and ensure design records reflect current approved configurations.

Skills

Pump design

DC motors

GD&T

Engineering change control

Qualification testing

Shop floor experience

Job description

Leapros is actively hiring Mechanical Engineer ( Pump Products) in Bartlett, IL. The Mechanical Engineer (Pump Products) is responsible for developing and modifying electric fuel pump-and-motor assemblies built to Army drawings, with a primary focus on 24/28 VDC brushed and brushless DC motor configurations. This is a highly practical, hands‑on role that involves regular collaboration with shop teams, test bench personnel, vendors, and customers to support production activities and resolve technical issues in real time. The ideal candidate brings 5 to 10 years of hands‑on design experience with small pumps and DC motors, strong command of GD&T and government drawing standards, and direct experience with engineering change control and qualification testing.

Job Type: Permanent

Annual Salary: $115,000 to $130,000 Annually BOE

Responsibilities:

• Develop and modify electric fuel pump-and-motor assemblies (24/28 VDC, brushed and brushless) in accordance with Army drawings and applicable specifications.
• Manage engineering change control processes for product design updates and modifications.
• Plan, oversee, and conduct qualification testing to verify product performance and reliability against required standards.
• Work directly on the shop floor and at the test bench to support production activities and resolve technical issues in real time.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure components and materials meet design and quality requirements.
• Interface with customers to address technical inquiries and support program requirements.
• Apply GD&T and government drawing standards throughout the design and documentation process.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and ensure design records reflect current approved configurations.

Qualifications:

• 5 to 10 years of hands‑on design experience with small pumps and DC motors.
• Strong proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and government drawing standards.
• Demonstrated experience with engineering change control processes.
• Experience planning and executing qualification testing for mechanical or electromechanical products.
• Ability to work effectively on the shop floor and at the test bench in a hands‑on capacity.
• Practical knowledge of welding processes is a plus.
• Familiarity with plating techniques is a plus.
• Experience with cable assemblies is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to stand, walk, and work on the shop floor for extended periods.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle components, tools, and test equipment.
• Occasional lifting of mechanical assemblies and equipment may be required.
• Ability to work at a test bench and in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to industrial noise and machinery.
• Close vision required for inspecting small components and reviewing detailed engineering drawings.

Pay Transparency:

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $115,000 to $130,000 annually, based on relevant factors such as experience, skills, education, internal equity, and geographic location. Final compensation will be determined during the interview process by the hiring authority.

We are committed to our core values and guiding ethical principles, to conducting business in a non‑discriminatory manner, and to operating in strict compliance with applicable federal and state laws pertaining to Equal Employment Opportunity. To learn more about Leapros visit our website at www.leapros.com.