Senior Mechanical Engineer, R&D Hardware & NPI

Siemens AG; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens in Buffalo Grove, IL is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer for its R&D Hardware group. You will contribute to mechanical design of actuators, valves, enclosures, and accessories for HVAC and fire suppression systems, driving NPI, CVE initiatives, and private labeling projects.

The role requires 7-10 years in a similar R&D hardware environment, strong 3D CAD proficiency (NX/SolidWorks/Creo/Inventor), DFMA knowledge, and collaboration with multiple functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field from an accredited institution.
• 5-8 years of progressive experience in mechanical design, product development, or R&D within a hardware-focused industry.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (NX, SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor) for part/assembly design including complex surfacing.

Responsibilities

• Manage small projects and workstreams, coordinating design, sourcing, assembly and testing of concept models.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and outside vendors.
• Guide product lifecycle and changes including NPI and DFX initiatives.
• Provide technical documentation, engineering calculations and design validation evidence.
• Drive mechanical design excellence using CAD models/drawings with DFMA principles.
• Support manufacturing and field operations during launches and troubleshooting.
• Contribute to planning, scheduling and cost estimation for development efforts.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.

Skills

3D CAD proficiency

Statics & Dynamics

Materials selection

DFM/DFA understanding

GD&T knowledge

Engineering calculations

Engineering documentation

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

Creo

Inventor

Job description

Siemens in Buffalo Grove, IL is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer for its R&D Hardware group. You will contribute to mechanical design of actuators, valves, enclosures, and accessories for HVAC and fire suppression systems, driving NPI, CVE initiatives, and private labeling projects.

The role requires 7-10 years in a similar R&D hardware environment, strong 3D CAD proficiency (NX/SolidWorks/Creo/Inventor), DFMA knowledge, and collaboration with multiple functions.