Product Engineer - Aerospace and Defense Sector

HOERBIGER Automatisierungstechnik Holding GmbH; Waukegan (IL); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

HOERBIGER Automatisierungstechnik Holding GmbH in Waukegan, IL is looking for a Product Engineer to design and improve products for the Aerospace and Defense Sector. This role involves managing product development projects while ensuring quality through rigorous testing procedures.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in aerospace or defense. This is a salaried position with a competitive compensation range of $72,000 to $140,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Proficient in uses of CAD software for product design.
• Able to perform complex calculations related to product design.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new products based on customer specifications.
• Manage new product development projects and ensure testing for qualification.
• Communicate with customers regarding product inquiries.
• Analyze test results and prepare project reports.

Skills

Mechanical or electrical engineering

Aerospace or Defense experience

Collaboration in a cross-functional team

CAD software design

MTBF and FMEA calculations

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Job description

Product Engineer – Aerospace and Defense Sector

Your Mission

The Product Engineer performs functions to design new products, improve existing products to meet company objectives, manage new product development projects, and perform testing for qualification and proof of product integrity. Products are used in various industrial applications related to the Aerospace and Defense industries.

How you will make a difference

• Design and develop new products based on customer specifications, company and industry standards.
• Interact effectively with Product Designers and Drafters to layout new designs and new product specifications.
• Perform product analysis calculations relating to product design needs and new product orders.
• Establish project objectives with manager, schedules and costs related to product quality, cost and performance and manage the project to meet customer milestones.
• Communicate with customers on matters relating to product inquiries and new applications.
• Develop and establish test methods and procedures for mechanical and electrical systems as assigned.
• Analyze test results and prepare project reports with recommendations for company action.
• Identify suppliers of new component parts to assist with design projects.
• Build or assist manufacturing with prototype models and perform required testing to meet project needs.
• Apply DFM/DFA to products as needed; prepare piece part drawings.
• Analyze and determine possible failure modes and establish a project plan of action to effectively increase reliability.
• Assist subsidiaries with technical questions.
• Make sales calls with Salespeople at customer sites.

What you should be good at

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required, Aerospace or Defense industry preferred.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and proposals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from colleagues, managers, and customers.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to convert between imperial and metric measurements.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a small cross‑functional engineering team.
• Ability to design new products through use of CAD software, calculations, and testing.
• Ability to perform MTBF and FMEA calculations.
• Ability to review and understand aerospace and defense specifications and statements of work.
• Ability to manage customer requirements through a compliance matrix.

What you can look forward to

• Professional Development: Educational assistance programs and opportunities for career growth.
• Supportive Environment: A stable, team‑based culture that values collaboration and innovation.
• Inclusive Workplace: Join a company committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of belonging.
• Comprehensive Benefits: 401(k) plan with matching contributions, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), FSA and HSA options. Generous PTO and paid holidays for a healthy work‑life balance.
• Compensation: This is a salaried exempt position with a pay range from $72,000–$140,000 per year. Pay will be based on qualifications and experience.
• Location: This role is based at the Deublin Company facility in Waukegan, IL. The role will be on site, with the opportunity to expand to 3 days onsite/2 days work from home, based on performance, and following a 90‑day introductory period.
• Travel: 20% travel with Sales representatives to customer sites.
• Relocation: Relocation benefits provided for this position.

HOERBIGER is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug Free Workplace. E-verify.