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Design Optimization Engineer

Chicago,IL

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Design Coordinator
$32.69-$35.58/hr
OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit
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Product Engineer

Actalent

Itasca, IL 60143

$45-$48/hr
~ 38 min OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $48.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D; for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
2–5 years of experience in product engineering, with a focus on testing, validation, and product development.
Proficiency in SolidWorks, including creating detailed drawings, assemblies, and bills of materials (BOMs).
Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and the ability to apply them to real-world product design and testing.
Hands-on experience with testing and validation, including load testing, cycle testing, and factory acceptance tests (FATs).
Experience writing clear, structured test procedures and scopes of work for internal and third-party testing.
Demonstrated product design and development experience, from concept handoff through validation and implementation.
Experience applying DFMEA and PFMEA methodologies to identify and mitigate design and process risks.
Knowledge and application of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
Ability to independently manage and run engineering projects with minimal supervision.
Comfort working in a hands-on environment, including direct involvement in testing, validation, and product trials.
Experience with steel fabrication and product design as the primary materials focus.
Ability to travel 10–15% for customer visits and product installations.
Travel approximately 10–15% of the time for customer visits, on-site testing, and product installations.
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(Eplan) Technical Support Engineer

Rittal North America LLC

Schaumburg, IL 60193

~ 41 min OnsiteUrgently Hiring

Compensation: 75,000 - 85,000 - 95,000
Hours: M-F.
Educational background in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
1 to 2+ years of professional experience in engineering, automation technology, software, or related industries.
Working knowledge of CAE/CAD tools used for electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system design.
Proficiency with networking concepts, Windows Server, Windows operating systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
Excellent interpersonal, networking, and customer relationship management skills.
Strong business awareness with the ability to support customer needs while recognizing business opportunities.
Ability to work effectively with regional sales teams, technical departments, and support organizations.
Flexibility to participate in occasional weekend standby support coverage.
Must reside within an EPLAN location (Farmington Hills, MI or Schaumburg, IL areas).
We will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be authorized to work on an unrestricted basis.
Experience in technical support, help desk, hotline support, or customer-facing technical roles preferred.
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Software Engineer

Actalent

Schaumburg, IL 60159

$55-$70/hr
~ 41 min OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $70.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:• Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D; for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Strong proficiency in modern C++ with hands-on experience using C++17 or later, and the ability to write clean, maintainable, and standards-compliant code.
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in embedded firmware development, focusing on low-level microcontroller and driver development rather than application-level software.
Extensive experience developing firmware for microcontrollers, including driver-level work on interfaces such as UART, USB, SPI, and I2C.
Real-time operating system (RTOS) experience
Experience working with USB, including extending or integrating USB stacks and handling USB-based communication protocols.
Experience with Embedded Template Library (ETL) and ETL-based state machines.
Experience developing on ARM Cortex-M class microcontrollers, specifically Cortex-M4F, and working with STM32G4-series devices.
Ability to implement and maintain Device Abstraction Layer drivers for peripherals such as SPI, I2C, USB, UART, GPIO, timers, and DMA.
Demonstrated ability to meet hard real-time deadlines and design firmware that satisfies strict timing and resource constraints.
Experience with memory, timing, and power optimization in embedded systems, including use of static analysis, profiling, and on-target measurement tools.
Ability to implement error handling and fault recovery strategies that adhere to a no-exceptions and no-heap-after-initialization policy.
Good understanding of security concepts and secure firmware development, ideally gained in security-focused domains.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
Zephyr RTOS highly preferred
Experience working on secure access, authentication, or credential reader products, such as NFC or RFID-based systems.
Background in organizations or products with strong security requirements, such as mobile device or secure communications platforms.
Experience integrating firmware within larger embedded frameworks and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams.
Familiarity with developing or extending CCID or similar USB-based protocols.
Comfort working independently on defined subsystems while aligning with existing architectural patterns and coding standards.
Experience working in Senior or staff-level embedded roles where balancing feature delivery and technical risk is essential.
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Project Engineer

Nestle

Schaumburg, IL 60173

~ 41 min OnsiteHealth InsuranceRetirement Benefit

The approximate pay range for this position is $97,000 to $117,000.
Performance-based incentives
401k with company match
Healthcare coverage
A broad range of other benefits
Typically has a University Degree (BA/BS) in Engineering Field. (Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering) or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years of related work experience
3+ years experience managing capital projects with increasing responsibility and complexity in a manufacturing, industrial, military, or related environment
3+ years of project management experience in a manufacturing, industrial, military, or related environment
Experience using SAP and/or Microsoft Project
TPM experience
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Manufacturing Engineer

Element Solutions

Itasca, IL 60143

$78,906-$100,000/yr
~ 38 min OnsiteEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

The typical base salary range for this position is between $78,906 to $100,000 annually
Competitive base salary and performance related bonus plan
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Wellness Program
PTO/Holidays
401(k)-retirement plan with a company match
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunities for professional development
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in semiconductor or highly regulated industries
Hands-on experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and process optimization
Knowledgeable in Design for Manufacturing (DFM), PFMEA, DOE, process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and process capability analysis
Experienced in fast-paced, high-volume production environments
Familiar with cleanroom operations, contamination control, and regulatory standards
Preferred: experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, SQL, JDE, and structured problem-solving techniques
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Sr Manufacturing Engineer (Extrusion)

Panduit

Lockport, IL 60441

~ 46 min OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

$95,000 - $120,000
Health, financial benefits, and more
Generous Time Off
401(k) match, profit sharing
RRSP Match not 401k in Canada
Parental Leave
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Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience
5-8 years of hands-on experience in plastic profile extrusion production, including optimizing extrusion processes and creating process recipes for extruded products
Proficiency in scientific principles of extrusion process and extrusion tool construction
Experience leading daily meetings, presenting new equipment recommendations, and possessing excellent communication skills
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Panduit will not sponsor applicants for work visas now or in the future
Preferred degree in Polymer/Plastics discipline
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Welding Manufacturing Engineer

Lanco

Hazel Crest, IL 60429

~ 39 min OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

The final compensation offer may vary based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and location.
Paid time off
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan
Approximately 10-15% travel to manufacturing locations, suppliers, and customer sites.
Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Welding, or related Engineering discipline.
7+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience in heavy industrial, construction equipment, material handling equipment, agricultural equipment, transportation equipment, or similar manufacturing environments.
5+ years of direct experience in heavy structural steel fabrication and welding operations.
Demonstrated expertise developing and implementing welding processes for large fabricated assemblies.
Experience supporting capital equipment projects and manufacturing process improvements.
Proven success driving measurable improvements in quality, productivity, capacity, safety, or cost.
Strong knowledge of AWS welding standards and welding quality systems.
Experience developing Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and fabrication process documentation.
Experience with ERP systems, Bills of Material, and manufacturing routings.
Proficiency with engineering drawings, CAD systems, and manufacturing documentation.
Travel: Approximately 10-15% travel to manufacturing locations, suppliers, and customer sites.
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Stationary Engineer

Advanced Technology Services

Chicago, IL 60695

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Hardware Engineering Lead

Kranze Technology Solutions

Des Plaines, IL 60018

Flexible Schedule

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PCB Fabrication Specialist

Motorola Solutions

Schaumburg, IL 60193

~ 41 min OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Target Base Salary Range: $72,700 - $105,400 USD
Our U.S. Benefits include: Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401K with Company Match
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental & Family Leave
And more!
Experience: 3+ years of experience in PCB fabrication, CAM engineering, or technical PCB procurement/supply chain management
U.S. Citizenship required as well as the ability to obtain necessary security clearance as required by government contractors
AI & Automation Literacy: Familiarity with AI-enhanced EDA/CAM verification tools, predictive supply chain platforms, or automated visual inspection systems (AOI/AXI) is a plus
Compliance Awareness: Familiarity with defense/industrial compliance standards, specifically CMMC, ITAR, or EAR regulations
Tools: Proficiency with CAM viewing tools, ERP/MRP procurement systems, and advanced Excel/data analytics for tracking and reporting
Soft Skills: Strong negotiation skills, cross-functional project management, and clear technical communication skills across engineering and executive teams
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