Mechanical Design Engineer - CNC Machinery

Mechanical Design Engineer – CNC Machinery Northwest Suburbs of ChicagoPrecision Machine Tool Manufacturer$85,000 – $110,000 + Excellent Benefits Why Engineers Like This Opportunity This is a chance to join a well-established precision manufacturing company designing advanced CNC grinding and turning machines used by leading manufacturers around the world. Engineers here work on large-scale, high-precision equipment, collaborating with experienced design engineers and automation specialists to develop next-generation machine tools and automation systems. Benefits & Perks Competitive salary: $85,000 – $110,000 Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Life and supplemental insurance Generous PTO and paid holidays Short- and long-term disability coverage Employee Assistance Program Professional development opportunities Why This Role Stands Out Design complex, high-precision CNC machines Work on complete systems — not just components Exposure to automation, robotics, pneumatics, and hydraulics Collaborative engineering environment Opportunity to grow into senior engineering or project leadership roles Stable manufacturing company with a strong reputation in the industry Location: Northwest suburban Chicago areaTravel: Approximately 10% Position Overview The Mechanical Engineer will design mechanical and electromechanical assemblies used in high-precision CNC grinding and turning machines and support automation integration for those systems. This role involves full machine design, detailed component development, and collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and sales teams. Key Responsibilities Design mechanical systems and assemblies for precision CNC grinding and turning machines Create 3D CAD models, layouts, and detailed drawings for fabricated, machined, and sheet-metal components Develop mechanical and electromechanical assemblies based on project requirements Perform interference checks and simulations using 3D CAD software Evaluate mechanical systems using principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, and fluid systems Support integration of automation systems including pneumatics and hydraulics Provide technical support to customers, vendors, and internal sales teams Maintain engineering documentation including BOMs, ECO/ECN processes, and design revisions Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering Experience 5+ years of experience designing mechanical or electromechanical assemblies for industrial machinery Experience with machine tools, automation equipment, or industrial machinery strongly preferred Strong proficiency with 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar) Technical Knowledge Design experience with castings, weldments, and precision machined components Sheet metal design experience Understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems Familiarity with ECO / ECN design change processes Experience working in P