Senior Equipment Mechanical Engineer

J.S. Held•Chicago, IL

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking Mechanical Engineers to join our Equipment Consulting team. This is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial, highly driven person with a well-rounded skill set and whose responsibilities extend beyond those of traditional Engineers. The ideal person for this role will need to not only have a strong grasp of Mechanical Engineering but also be flexible and a strategic thinker able to take on a variety of tasks.

Requirements

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (BSME) with over 5 years of experience in engineering design, analysis, or applications
Must reside in Chicago, Illinois
Must be willing and able to travel 30–50% of the time, sometimes at short notice but not for extended periods of time.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Computer skills (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
A desire to learn, excel and grow with us and within the profession

Responsibilities

Inspect and evaluate damages to different types of mechanical and electronic systems, such as machinery, refrigeration systems, furnaces, conveyance systems, elevators, UPS, boilers, medical equipment, laboratory equipment, injection molding machinery, industrial plants, and a variety of other mechanical / industrial equipment.
Conduct configuration audits.
Analyze requirements and specifications to determine comparable equipment replacements.
Provide research to determine costs associated with equipment replacement (i.e., new and used).
Produce 3+ page written reports regularly.