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Senior Mechanical Engineer - 171296

Medix™ • Wood Dale, IL 60399 • Posted 1 day ago via LinkedIn

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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and optimizing machinery and systems used in the manufacturing of roofing materials. This position requires a strong background in mechanical engineering, with a focus on automation, machine design, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of mechanical systems and components for roofing manufacturing equipment, including but not limited to metal roofing and shingle production machinery.
  • Utilize CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) to create detailed engineering drawings and 3D models.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical engineers, controls engineers, and manufacturing personnel to ensure integrated and optimized designs.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that all deliverables meet quality standards, are completed on time, and stay within budget.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and engineering technicians.
  • Oversee the prototyping and testing of new mechanical designs to validate performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to increase the efficiency, reliability, and safety of roofing manufacturing systems.
  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies and materials to enhance product performance and reduce costs.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in industrial machinery
  • Proven experience with the design and development of automated machinery and mechanical systems

Preferred

  • Master’s degree

Full Job Description

Job Description

Sr Mechanical Engineer


Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and optimizing machinery and systems used in the manufacturing of roofing materials. This position requires a strong background in mechanical engineering, with a focus on automation, machine design, and manufacturing processes.


Key Responsibilities:

● Lead the design and development of mechanical systems and components for roofing manufacturing equipment, including but not limited to metal roofing and shingle production machinery.

● Utilize CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) to create detailed engineering drawings and 3D models.

● Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical engineers, controls engineers, and manufacturing personnel to ensure integrated and optimized designs.

● Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that all deliverables meet quality standards, are completed on time, and stay within budget.

● Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and engineering technicians.

● Oversee the prototyping and testing of new mechanical designs to validate performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

● Identify and implement process improvements to increase the efficiency, reliability, and safety of roofing manufacturing systems.

● Evaluate and recommend new technologies and materials to enhance product performance and reduce costs.


Qualifications:

● Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.

● Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in industrial machinery.

● Proven experience with the design and development of automated machinery and mechanical systems.