Senior Mechanical Engineer – Energy Systems Innovator

Woodward,-Inc.; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Parental leave

EAP

Job summary

Woodward is seeking an experienced engineer to plan and coordinate project phases, assist sales with design reviews, and independently perform component testing. The role emphasizes strong technical writing, problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced team.

The position requires a BS degree and 4+ years of experience, with familiarity in DFSS and FEA tools, PLCs, and configuration management. An opportunity to contribute to energy control solutions is offered.

Qualifications

• Requires a 4-year BS degree and 4+ years of experience in engineering.
• Ability to work across complex design requirements and conflicting constraints.
• Must write and communicate technical reviews and proposals clearly.

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules and coordinates detailed phases of a project.
• Supports sales and development with proposals and design reviews.
• Writes and performs component tests independently.
• Promotes process improvements within assigned areas.
• Guides level 1 and 2 engineers when needed.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

FEA tools

DFSS tools

Engineering quality systems

PLC

Configuration management

Education

BS degree

Tools

FEA tools

DFSS tools

PLC

Job description

Woodward is seeking an experienced engineer to plan and coordinate project phases, assist sales with design reviews, and independently perform component testing. The role emphasizes strong technical writing, problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced team.

The position requires a BS degree and 4+ years of experience, with familiarity in DFSS and FEA tools, PLCs, and configuration management. An opportunity to contribute to energy control solutions is offered.