Mechanical Engineer (SolidWorks) – Design, Test & Production

Methode Electronics Inc.; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Methode Electronics Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and test mechanical components across automotive, power distribution, medical, sensor, military, and aerospace sectors.

You will use SolidWorks and CAE tools to move concepts from concept through production while collaborating with cross-functional teams and customers. The role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of related experience, and experience with laminated bus bars, molded plastics, and power

Qualifications

• BS Mechanical engineering degree from a four-year college or university.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Knowledge of laminated bus bars, injection molded plastics design, Electro-Mechanical subassembly/shelf design, and/or power connector design.
• Knowledge of dimensional tolerance stacks, DFMEA, GD&T, and other typical automotive forms.
• Experience using 3D SolidWorks and Sheet Metal is a must.
• Drafting ability to develop working drawings and dimensional GD&T controls.
• Self-learning, task oriented, strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge with components in electrical transfer.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review product designs for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements and related specifications.
• Participate in activities concerning product development, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems.
• Apply knowledge of engineering principles to design products for Power Distribution, Automotive, Medical Device, Sensor, Military, Aerospace industries.
• Design and implement mechanical products using CAD/CAE tools.
• Evaluate and implement design changes, ECN, specifications, and drawing releases.
• Provide guidance and support to less experienced engineers.
• Conduct product testing and create models and prototypes.
• Travel to customers and vendors as required.

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T

Sheet Metal

DFMEA

Power connector design

3D CAD

Education

BS Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Drafting standards

Job description

Methode Electronics Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and test mechanical components across automotive, power distribution, medical, sensor, military, and aerospace sectors.

You will use SolidWorks and CAE tools to move concepts from concept through production while collaborating with cross-functional teams and customers. The role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of related experience, and experience with laminated bus bars, molded plastics, and power