Design Engineer, Metals (35549)

DESIGN ENGINEER, Metals
Itasca, IL (onsite)
Direct Hire,

Pay: $70-$95K
Plus annual bonus
Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K, PTO

Job Summary
Seeking a Design Engineer with a strong metal fabrication focus to support the development of engineered products and custom components. Design metal-based parts, assemblies and translating concepts into detailed engineering documentation that supports efficient manufacturing. Work closely with sales team to create unique design solutions for the client

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop metal components and assemblies for manufactured products

• Create 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings. Create assembly & installation drawings for production and client

• Prepare production-ready documentation for manufacturing teams
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams to ensure designs support efficient fabrication and assembly
• Apply design for manufacturability (DFM) principles throughout the design process
• Support prototype development and testing
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement
• Interact regularly with production/manufacturing to assure design/production flow
• Manage multiple projects while meeting quality standards and timelines

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in design, engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience as an engineer in a wood or metal manufacturing environment, with a preference for the store display / fixture industry.
• Familiarity with sheet metal, metal fabrication, aluminum machining, die casting, and extrusion is a plus.
• Expertise in working with multi-materials such as wood, metal, plastics, and glass preferred
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing techniques in metal/wood industries, including cabinetry, wood materials and joining techniques, laminating processes, and cabinet hardware.
• Proficiency in 3D solid modeling, preferably using Autodesk Inventor or similar
• Experience with Autodesk software, including AutoCAD and Vault, or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of ERP software.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics.