Mechanical Assembly Engineer

Culligan•Libertyville, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is ideal for recent engineering graduates or individuals seeking a career path that combines hands-on technical experience with long-term engineering and project management growth opportunities. The role involves assembling commercial and industrial water treatment equipment, piping systems, skids, and integrated process systems. It also includes performing mechanical testing, operational checkout, and system verification. The engineer will troubleshoot various system issues, participate in factory acceptance testing, and support commissioning. A key aspect of the role is learning about water treatment processes and technologies. The position also supports continuous improvement initiatives and requires maintaining accurate documentation while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Engineering preferred); equivalent experience considered.
Strong mechanical aptitude required, willing to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment for extended periods, able to learn electrical systems and programming PLC/VFD/HMI devices.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, electrical schematics, and P&IDs.
Must be able to occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Team lifting or material-handling equipment may be used when required by safety procedures.
Willingness to travel up to 10%, possibly internationally as well.

Nice To Haves

Recent engineering graduates or individuals seeking a career path that combines hands-on technical experience with long-term engineering and project management growth opportunities.
Willing to train the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Assemble commercial and industrial water treatment equipment, piping systems, skids, and integrated process systems according to engineering drawings and specifications.
Perform mechanical testing, operational checkout, and system verification prior to shipment.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process-related issues during assembly and testing.
Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT) and support commissioning activities as required.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, bills of material, assembly drawings, and technical specifications.
Work alongside Project Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Field Service Engineers, and Project Managers to gain exposure to the full project lifecycle.
Learn water treatment processes and technologies including reverse osmosis, deionization, filtration, softening, UV, EDI, and related process equipment.
Support continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, production efficiency, and manufacturing processes.
Maintain accurate assembly, testing, and quality documentation.
Follow all company safety procedures and quality standards.
Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.