Job Description
Job Description Title : Mechanical Engineer
Location : Huntley, IL
Hire Type : Direct Hire
Compensation : $60-65K yrly
Benefits :Comprehensive Benefit Package offered
Overview: Looking to launch your engineering career in automation, motion control, and mechatronics? We're seeking an entry-level Mechanical Engineer to join a hands-on engineering team supporting the design, testing, application, and continuous improvement of innovative mechanical and motion-control products.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience across mechanical design, automation, product development, testing, manufacturing, and customer applications.
Job Duties: - Support the design and development of custom linear motion and mechatronic solutions
- Create and maintain 3D models, manufacturing drawings, and BOMs using SolidWorks
- Assist with engineering calculations involving loads, bearing life, critical speed, and motion systems
- Support prototype development, product testing, validation, and performance analysis
- Investigate product issues through inspection, testing, and root-cause analysis
- Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams on design and product improvements
- Provide technical support for customer and sales inquiries
- Support new product introductions and continuous improvement initiatives
- Participate in customer meetings, product demonstrations, and troubleshooting as needed
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- 0-2 years of experience in mechanical design, manufacturing, automation, product development, or related engineering
- Internship, co-op, or academic project experience is a plus
- Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
- Understanding of mechanical systems, machine design, and manufacturing processes
- Ability to read manufacturing drawings and understand tolerancing
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Hands-on mindset and willingness to learn
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Meet Your Recruiter Tami Van Wazer
Technical Recruiter
Tami is a Technical Recruiter at Sterling Engineering with more than 20 years of recruiting experience, including four years with Sterling. She supports the Automation Division, helping connect skilled candidates with opportunities in a fast-moving and highly technical industry.
Tami is passionate about connecting with people and supporting them throughout their career journey. Whether she is helping with resume creation, providing job coaching, or guiding candidates toward their dream job, she enjoys being a trusted resource during important career decisions.
For Tami, recruiting is about more than matching candidates to open roles. It is about building relationships, offering meaningful support, and helping people take confident steps toward long-term career growth and success.
630-359-2131 tamivanwazer@sterling-engineering.com Connect on LinkedIn
630-359-2131 tamivanwazer@sterling-engineering.com
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