Senior Design Engineer

Peerless Industries•Aurora, IL

1d•$100,000

About The Position

We're seeking a talented Senior Design Engineer to join our innovative team. This is a fantastic opportunity to place a skilled professional with proven experience in a company that values creativity and growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing their design and engineering abilities in the following areas: · Mechanical Design and Engineering Expertise: Strong Foundation: Deep understanding of mechanical principles, kinematics, and structural analysis. Electromechanical and thermodynamics experience is a plus. CAD Proficiency: Advanced skills in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) for modeling, assembly, drafting; FEA experience is a plus. Materials Science: Knowledge of various materials like steel, aluminum, plastics, and their applications in product design, focusing on suitability and aesthetics. Manufacturing Processes: Familiarity with diverse manufacturing techniques such as metal fabrication, injection molding, and assembly processes, to ensure designs are cost-effective and manufacturable. · Innovative Design Thinking and Problem-Solving: Creative Approach: Ability to generate novel and practical solutions for complex design challenges, focusing on ease of installation, improved durability, and aesthetic appeal. User-Centric Physical Design: Understanding of ergonomics and user interaction with physical products like kiosks and mounts to ensure intuitive use, safety, and visual appeal. Prototyping and Testing: Experience in developing and validating prototypes, conducting design verification testing, and implementing design changes based on test results. · Collaboration and Leadership Potential: Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong ability to work effectively with product management, manufacturing, QA, and other disciplines. Project Leadership: Demonstrates initiative and potential to lead design projects, mentor junior engineers, and drive technical decision-making within a team. Adaptability: A willingness to learn new technologies and apply creative problem-solving from other industries to the AV accessories space.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent
Minimum of five years of broad-based manufacturing experience.
Effective communicative and writing skills
PC computer operational skills
3D modeling software experience (Solidworks preferred)
Must be able to lift 30 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Electromechanical and thermodynamics experience
FEA experience

Responsibilities

Initiate project objectives by studying design plans, engineering drawings, and reviewing specifications and requirements.
Maintain project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities, and resolving problems.
Initiate mechanical and electromechanical systems and products by designing and conducting research programs, applying principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, heat transfer, and materials; study customer requirements, research and test manufacturing and assembly methods and materials.
Confirm system, part and product capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods, testing properties; collect, analyze, and summarize information trends.
Develop manufacturing process and assure system and product quality by designing and modifying equipment for fabricating, building, assembling, and installing components; design testing methods; test finished product and systems capabilities; confirm fabrication, assembly and installation processes.
Provide engineering information by answering questions and requests.
Maintain systems and product database by collecting, analyzing, summarizing, and entering all such data.
Knowledge of UL, ISO 9001/2000 standards
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Perform any other job duties as may be required.