Software Engineering Manager

Champaign, IL

Join a team where engineering innovation and customer-focused design drive customized product solutions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys collaborating with Sales, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to develop practical, manufacturable designs that meet unique customer requirements.


As a Design Engineer you will support product platforms and engineering initiatives by providing detailed sales and system application support, developing customized solutions, and ensuring designs align with customer needs, manufacturing capabilities, and industry standards.


Duties:
Including but not limited to:

  • Review customer and sales design specifications to evaluate product requirements and application feasibility.
    Collaborate with Sales and customers to identify solutions that meet technical and performance requirements.
  • Prepare detailed component, product, layout, and schematic drawings using SolidWorks and
  • AutoCAD/DraftsSight.
  • Develop customized design proposals and drawing packages for quotations and engineered solutions.
  • Analyze product and equipment specifications to create designs that can be manufactured using existing processes and facilities.
  • Modify existing designs and application files as needed to meet customer requirements.
  • Process and support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) for assigned product lines.
  • Conduct design review meetings with Sales, Manufacturing, and Quality personnel for engineered products and special applications.
  • Initiate test requests, analyze test results, and implement appropriate design improvements or corrective actions.
  • Investigate design challenges and collaborate with Engineering personnel to develop effective solutions.
  • Provide engineering support to manufacturing operations and assist with shop floor troubleshooting as needed.
  • Support corrective action investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of permanent corrective actions.
  • Perform on-site inspections and assist with commissioning activities.
  • Interpret and apply regulatory codes and standards, including UL, NEC, and NFPA requirements.
  • Correct design errors or omissions promptly and identify opportunities to prevent recurring issues.
  • Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of assigned products and applications.
  • Support quality and environmental health and safety initiatives.
  • Provide technical guidance and leadership to design team members.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Strong mechanical and/or electrical design aptitude with the ability to develop practical, manufacturable solutions.
  • Proficient with AutoCAD 2018 or newer and SolidWorks.
  • Understanding of mobile electrification systems for industrial and commercial applications.
  • Ability to analyze technical specifications and performance requirements to develop effective designs.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively document and discuss technical requirements with sales teams and customers.
  • Ability to collaborate across Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, and Quality functions.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and regulatory requirements.


Education & Experience:

  • Associate degree in Mechanical Design, Electrical Design, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
  • One year of related engineering, design, or application engineering experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Disclaimer: Please note that we are unable to provide job sponsorships, including, but not limited to, visas, corp-to-corp arrangements (C2C), or any other form of sponsorship for employment. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Posted 2026-07-27

Recommended Jobs

Technology Training Specialist

Amundsen Davis, LLC
Chicago, IL

Job Description Job Description About The Firm Amundsen Davis, LLC is a full‑service business law firm with 260 attorneys. Headquartered in Chicago, we are one of the fastest‑growing law firms…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-26

Estimator

Hatch
Chicago, IL

Requisition ID: 99887  Job Category:  Project Controls; Construction  Location:  Chicago, IL, United States  Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world thr…

View Details
Posted 2026-06-24

Sales Trainee

Red Bull
Benton, IL

This is a training role that is made to prepare the Sales Trainee for the Account Sales Manager role. The role primarily is to support sales initiatives and provide route coverage for the ASM during …

View Details
Posted 2026-07-20

Manufacturing Applications Engineer

Amada America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL

Job Description Job Description Join our Virtual Prototype Simulation System (VPSS) team by assisting the Sales Group in justifying fabrication equipment. Gather, analyze, and present customized …

View Details
Posted 2026-06-19

REGULATORY & COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR - COSMETICS & OTC

Sigan America LLC
Ottawa, IL

Job Description Job Description Sigan America is seeking a detail-oriented Regulatory Assistant to support our Regulatory Affairs, Quality, and R&D teams. This position plays an important role in…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-11

Cleaning Technician

Image One Facility Solutions
Woodstock, IL

A Cleaning Technician is the front line of Image One. The team members that do the day to day cleaning are responsible for our clients' facilities and the Image that we promote on their behalf. Image…

View Details
Posted 2025-08-28

Branch Manager

BCS Placement
Chicago, IL

Job Description Job Description Branch Manager for freight forwarder/freight brokerage  needed in the ORD market - possible remote If you're a current international freight manager looking for…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-17

Traffic Coordinator

American Shipping Co
Schaumburg, IL

Job Description Job Description Job Tittle: Import Traffic Coordinator   ABOUT OUR COMPANY:   We are more than just an international logistics company. We are independently owned, innovat…

View Details
Posted 2026-06-26

Remote Electrical Engineer

Guidant Power
Chicago, IL

Job Description/Function Support junior engineers and customers in the field of power systems and arc flash analysis in a technical role  Have expert knowledge of power system studies - arc flas…

View Details
Posted 2026-05-18