Project Engineer - Chicago

Job Title

Lead meaningful engineering projects from start to finish

Competitive compensation plus convenient location in Chicago!

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established manufacturer of advanced combustion solutions serving a broad range of commercial and industrial applications. Recognized as a leader in its market, the company continues to experience strong growth and is investing in the expansion of its engineering team. With decades of industry expertise and innovation, they offer the stability of a longstanding organization combined with the excitement of a growing operation at their Chicago-area facility. This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving team and make a meaningful impact.

Job Description

Generate innovative product designs by creating concepts, detailed sketches, 3D models, and technical specifications for new and existing applications.

Lead cross-functional research and development efforts with internal teams and external suppliers to meet project goals and timelines.

Oversee technicians and design support personnel in the development of testing methodologies, validation plans, and engineering analyses.

Manage prototype development activities in collaboration with manufacturing, procurement, and third-party vendors.

Evaluate and authorize project cost estimates to support program execution.

Drive value engineering initiatives by identifying cost-saving opportunities, validating design modifications, and implementing approved changes.

Compile and maintain technical documentation required to support intellectual property and patent filings.

Select appropriate raw materials and define engineering requirements and specifications.

Assess component compliance and approve or reject parts for integration into new or existing product lines.

Coordinate product certification activities, including testing, submissions, and regulatory approvals with agencies such as ETL and UL.

Provide engineering and technical expertise to both internal stakeholders and external customers.

Develop, modify, and release engineering drawings, CAD models, and related documentation.

Collaborate with regulatory and testing organizations to ensure compliance with evolving codes and industry standards.

Assist manufacturing operations by providing engineering support and troubleshooting as needed.

Travel periodically to customer sites, suppliers, or other business locations, with travel requirements up to 20%.

Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned to support organizational objectives.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Related Technical Field REQUIRED

10-20+ years of experience in engineering project management (NPI/NPD) in a similar environment

Experience with air-handling equipment

Knowledge of combustion/natural gas combustion principles

Lean/CI experience

Expert in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Engineering drawing interpretation skills

Six Sigma Certification a Plus

What's on Offer

Salary range 100,000-120,000

3+ weeks of PTO/Sick/Personal time

BCBS Medical coverage

Dental/Vision coverage

401k Match

Profit Sharing

More!

Job summary

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Project / Program Management

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Where: Chicago

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant name: Collin Patrick Walsh

Job Reference: JN-092026-7111601