Manufacturing Engineer - University Park, IL

Holland
Salary range: $85,000-$95,000
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Job Duties Include but are not limited to: 

  • Design mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems that meet customer and project requirements. 
  • Develop cost-effective designs, detailed drawings, and BOMs using SolidWorks PDM and IFS ERP.
  • Test and troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems to support production and field operations. 
  • Provide technical support to shop floor teams, suppliers, and customers. 
  • Develop and maintain standard work, SOPs, and process documentation to improve consistency and safety. 
  • Support quality control and continuous improvement efforts to enhance reliability and reduce costs. 
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless design-to-build transitions. 
  • Assist in equipment selection, tooling setup, and cost-optimization initiatives.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Ability to lift to 25 lbs. without reasonable accommodation. 
  • The ability to travel up to 10% of the time. 
  • Willingness to wear PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed boots) as required. 

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: 

  • Office/cubicle environment. 
  • Shop environment includes welding, overhead cranes, and fork trucks. 
  • Field on-track environment involving all weather conditions. 
QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Mechatronics Engineering (or equivalent). 
  • 5+ years of experience in design/manufacturing engineering with hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems. 
  • Proficient in SolidWorks, with experience in PDM and ERP systems (IFS preferred). 
  • Strong understanding of hydraulic schematics, pneumatic circuits, and electrical wiring. 
  • Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and standard work principles. 
  • Hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. 
  • Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills. 
  • Occasional domestic or international travel may be required. 
  • Knowledge of FMEA, Lean practices, Six Sigma and Value Engineering. 
  • Must maintain a valid Driver’s License and Passport and abide by our Corporate Fleet Policy 
  • Ability to complete all pre-employment testing required by Holland, L.P. 

Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise this job description at any time to add or remove tasks as circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments). 

Wage Type: Salaried, exempt 

 

This role will require to sign both a non-compete and non-solicit agreement.  The candidate will be eligible for a $500 Sign-On Bonus for each form they sign, totaling $1000.  This Sign-On Bonus will be paid out on the first pay period following date of hire.
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