Mechanical Engineer

Jacuzzi Group•Roselle, IL

About The Position

With headquarters in California and operations around the world, Jacuzzi Group has been providing innovative wellness solutions for over 65 years. Jacuzzi Group, a leading manufacturer of hot tubs, swim spas, baths, showers, saunas, and pool equipment. Jacuzzi Group is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to support the full lifecycle of product development, from concept and design through testing, validation, and production launch. This role will play a critical part in developing and improving bath and sanitary ware products, with a strong focus on fluid flow performance, product reliability, and manufacturability. The Mechanical Engineer will work cross-functionally with engineering, product marketing, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to bring new products to market and ensure existing products meet performance, quality, and cost expectations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred)
Strong foundation in fluid flow, heat transfer, and mechanical design
Experience with CFD tools and simulation methods
Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
Experience in a manufacturing or plant environment
Background in high-volume, process-oriented industries such as Automotive, Appliances, Plumbing Products, Refrigeration, or comparable manufacturing settings is strongly preferred.
Experience with CNC programming (highly desirable)
Exposure to product validation, testing, and new product introduction (NPI)
Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

Research, design, and develop mechanical components and assemblies for bath and sanitary products
Utilize CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred) to create models, drawings, and specifications
Apply principles of Fluid Dynamics and Thermodynamics to optimize product performance
Leverage Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to analyze and improve flow behavior in valves and shower components
Design and develop test equipment and fixtures
Lead product validation efforts, including: Reliability and durability testing, Performance and flow testing
Evaluate and validate products sourced from domestic and international suppliers
Conduct experiments, analyze results, and present findings to leadership
Respond to and resolve internal quality issues
Partner closely with manufacturing and process engineering teams to ensure product readiness
Support new product introduction (NPI), including mold development and production ramp-up
Troubleshoot production issues and implement design improvements
Approve designs prior to full-scale production
Create and maintain engineering documentation and technical drawings
Work closely with Product Management, Purchasing, Suppliers, and Engineering teams
Support R&D initiatives and explore new technologies and materials
Train and advise manufacturing personnel on product design and production processes