Mechanical Engineering Manager

Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager in Illinois to lead a small team of engineers from concept to production. You will oversee design, testing, and documentation of mechanical systems, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence.

The role requires 10+ years as a mechanical engineer with 1–3 years in supervision, strong CAD skills, and the ability to coordinate cross‑departmental projects, vendor interfaces, and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years as a mechanical engineer with 1–3 years in supervision.
• Proficiency in CAD software, mechanical design, testing, and analysis.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership and Management: supervise engineers, assign tasks, mentor, ensure staffing and resources.
• Project Oversight: manage engineering projects from concept to production of mechanical systems and components.
• Technical Direction: provide guidance on design, analysis, and testing to improve performance, reliability, and safety.
• Strategic Planning: collaborate with executives and managers to identify product opportunities and long-term strategies.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: coordinate projects with other departments to align with company goals.
• Compliance and Safety: ensure adherence to industry standards and quality requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Mentoring

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Emerging technologies

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Finite element analysis

Job description

In this role, you'll be responsible for the full lifecycle of machinery design/management, from concept to completion. You'll work closely with our production teams to create cutting-edge equipment that meets the highest standards of efficiency and reliability. Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage a small team of Engineers and projects.


• Developing detailed mechanical designs using CAD software.


• Performing calculations and simulations to ensure structural integrity and performance.


• Creating and maintaining technical documentation, including blueprints and specifications.


• Collaborating with vendors and suppliers to select and integrate components.


• Specification of motor hp, gearbox torque, bearings and shafts for various applications.

Summary who We're Looking For:

A Mechanical Engineer Manager with 10-plus years of experience along with both technical and mechanical expertise and leadership skills. The ability to lead and coordinate process optimization, machine designing and engineering documentation. Be able to manage a small team of mechanical engineers including responsibility of resource allocation, performance reviews, vendor selection, and cross-departmental collaboration. The Engineer Manager will manage the design, development, and production of mechanical systems and ensure projects meet quality, budget, and timeline goals.

JOB TITLE: Mechanical Engineering Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership and Management: Supervise mechanical engineers and technical staff, assign tasks, mentor team members, and ensure proper staffing, training, and resource allocation.


• Project Oversight: Manage engineering projects from concept to completion, including design, development, testing, and production of mechanical systems and components such as machines, and tools.


• Technical Direction: Provide guidance on design, analysis, and testing of mechanical components, utilizing CAD software and other modeling tools to improve performance, reliability, and safety.


• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with executives and other managers to identify new product opportunities, develop long-term strategies, and implement policies that support organizational goals.


• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work with other departments to coordinate projects, identify potential products, and ensure alignment with company objectives.


• Compliance and Safety: Ensure adherence to industry standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements throughout all engineering activities.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.


• Experience: 10+ years of experience as a mechanical engineer with 1–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.


• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD software, mechanical design, testing, and analysis; knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical systems

Desired Skills

• Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication abilities


• Project management and budgeting expertise


• Problem-solving and decision-making skills


• Ability to stay current with emerging technologies and implement improvements