Location: Rolling Meadows, IL
Salary: $40.00 USD Hourly - $60.00 USD Hourly
Description: Mechanical Engineer - Electronics Packaging & Hardware DevelopmentLocation: Rolling Meadows, IL (Onsite)
Job Type: Long-Term Contract to Hire
Work Authorization: be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
Conversion Salary: $77,600 - $116,400
Job SummaryWe are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design, development, integration, and testing of ruggedized electronic hardware for defense and mission-critical applications. This role will work within a multidisciplinary engineering team and contribute across the full product lifecycle, from concept development through production and validation testing.
The ideal candidate will have experience in electro-mechanical design, electronics packaging, and hardware development, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities- Support the design, analysis, documentation, and integration of electro-mechanical systems.
- Participate in all phases of product development, including requirements definition, concept design, detailed design, production support, and environmental testing.
- Develop innovative and cost-effective solutions to complex engineering challenges.
- Create and release engineering drawings, models, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Present technical designs and analysis during internal and customer design reviews.
- Support manufacturing, suppliers, and engineering change activities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems, electrical, manufacturing, and program management.
- Contribute to process improvements, knowledge sharing, and mentoring activities.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering with 2+ years of experience in electronics packaging, or a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
- Experience in hardware development and electro-mechanical packaging.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Thermal analysis
- Structural analysis
- Microelectronics design
- Opto-mechanical design
- Environmental testing
- Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Siemens NX preferred) and product data management systems.
- Experience leading small to mid-sized engineering projects or teams.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and determine technical approaches with limited supervision.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance or higher.
Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
- Experience with ANSYS or similar engineering analysis tools.
- Knowledge of opto-mechanical systems.
- Familiarity with military and commercial engineering standards and specifications.
- GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) experience.
- Experience leading integrated product teams and mentoring engineers.
- Understanding of project management principles and earned value management (EVM).
- Experience designing, manufacturing, and integrating electronic assemblies, including material selection and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) components.
- Experience supporting technical proposals and cost estimates.
- Demonstrated success driving process improvements and knowledge-transfer initiatives.
Work Environment- Onsite position in Rolling Meadows, Illinois.
- Ability to sit or remain stationary for extended periods.
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for computer-based work.
- Position is contingent upon contract funding and successful clearance eligibility.
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