Senior Design Engineer

Cindavi; Illinois; On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401K plan with company match

Annual bonus and profit sharing opportunities

Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Weekly breakfast or lunch provided

Job summary

A leading technology company in Illinois is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to drive innovation in product design and development. This role entails overseeing the full product lifecycle, leading mechanical design efforts, and integrating electronic components with mechanical systems. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Mechanical Engineering and at least 7 years of experience in related design fields. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered, including medical coverage and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience designing injection-molded, sheet metal, and machined parts.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication, mold design, tooling, and production processes.
• Skilled at integrating electronic components into mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead full product cycles from concept development to tooling release.
• Design sheet metal and injection-molded plastic components.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders for product outcomes.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

Injection-molded parts design

Mechanical design

SolidWorks

Prototyping

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

This range is provided by Cindavi. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$105,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Direct message the job poster from Cindavi

Cindavi | Vice President of Technical Recruiting

If you want hands‑on prototyping, accelerated timelines, and full lifecycle ownership, this role is for you.

About the Position:

Join a team where innovation is the expectation and engineering drives the future of transportation technology. This organization creates industry‑leading diagnostic and service solutions for the evolving automotive and electric vehicle ecosystem. You will collaborate with passionate experts, solve real‑world problems, and contribute to products that shape the next generation of mobility.

We are hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, and production release of new products and custom solutions. This is a high‑impact role with significant new‑platform work and extensive ownership across the full product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead full product cycles from concept development through tooling release.
• Design sheet metal and injection‑molded plastic components.
• Develop mechanical solutions that integrate tightly with electronic assemblies.
• Drive accelerated project timelines and take full ownership of mechanical deliverables.
• Generate new 3D models and execute DFM, while also modifying and improving existing models.
• Create mechanical engineering specifications and develop multiple design concepts across the product line.
• Own both new product development and ongoing product maintenance activities.
• Produce and release 2D drawings; validate samples and finished products.
• Work hands‑on with the design team to build, refine, and validate prototypes.
• Ensure all engineering work aligns with internal procedures, standards, and schedules.
• Create and maintain component documentation, validation reports, and Product Change Notifications.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with internal and external stakeholders to deliver exceptional product outcomes.

Qualifications:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 7 years of experience designing injection‑molded, sheet metal, and machined parts.
• 7 years of mechanical design experience (ideally within SolidWorks).
• Strong knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, mold design, tooling, and production processes.
• Skilled at integrating electronic components into mechanical systems.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer‑paid life and disability insurance.
• 401K plan with company match.
• Annual bonus and profit sharing opportunities.
• 12 vacation days per year (prorated based on start date), 5 emergency PTO days, and 10 paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Onsite wellness screenings, flu shots, and subsidized health club memberships.
• Free charging stations for hybrid and electric vehicles.
• Discounts with automotive suppliers.
• Weekly breakfast or lunch provided as an appreciation perk.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering, Design, and Product Management

Industries

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, and Wholesale Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics

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Medical insurance

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401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave