Position: Sr. Mechanical Engineer (Solidworks)
Relevant Experience: 5–8 Years
Locations: Chicago, IL
Job Summary:
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer with 5–8 years of experience in mechanical design and engineering, with strong hands-on skills in SolidWorks. The candidate will be responsible for mechanical system design, equipment/layout development, 3D modeling, engineering documentation, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
Key Responsibilities:
· Design and develop mechanical systems, equipment, assemblies, and layouts.
· Create and manage 3D models using SolidWorks for mechanical equipment and components.
· Develop models for mechanical systems, equipment, piping, cabling and layouts.
· Prepare detailed engineering drawings, assembly drawings, fabrication drawings, and installation drawings.
· Develop mechanical layouts, equipment arrangements, piping, Cabling routes, and utility systems.
· Perform design calculations and select appropriate mechanical components/equipment.
· Prepare BOMs, equipment schedules, specifications, and technical documentation.
· Review designs for manufacturability, installation, serviceability.
· Coordinate mechanical designs with electrical, structural, and other disciplines.
· Resolve design clashes.
· Incorporate engineering changes and maintain design revisions.
· Support prototype development, testing, validation, installation, and commissioning activities where applicable.
· Interact with customers and project teams to understand requirements and provide engineering solutions.
Required Skills:
· Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and design experience.
· Hands-on expertise in SolidWorks – part modelling, assemblies, sheet metal, Piping, cabling, drawings, configurations, and BOMs.
· Knowledge of HVAC, SS piping, Valves, equipment layouts, utilities, and mechanical systems.
· Good understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerances, materials, and manufacturing processes.
· Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
· Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
Qualification:
· Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
· 5–10 years of relevant mechanical design/engineering experience.
Preferred:
· Experience in healthcare/pharma, process industry, Food & Beverages, industrial, Manufacturing, or commercial projects.
· Knowledge of Autodesk Revit – Mechanical/MEP.
· Ability to interpret P&IDs, specifications, equipment datasheets, and architectural/structural drawings.
· Understanding of BIM workflows and multidisciplinary coordination.
· Knowledge of applicable ASME, ISO, NFPA, or other relevant engineering standards.
· Experience working with international customers and distributed engineering teams.
