Job Details

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with a passion for complex machinery, advanced mechanical design, and systems integration. The ideal candidate will bring strong CAD modeling skills, in-depth knowledge of CREO, and proven experience working on large industrial equipment-especially in areas such as additive manufacturing, automated fiber placement, or custom machinery. This is a key technical role focused on designing, analyzing, and improving the mechanical systems used in our next-generation machines and industrial 3D printers.

Employment Type: Full Time Salary

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the mechanical design and development of complex machinery and large industrial systems.
• Utilize CREO CAD software to develop 3D models, detailed drawings, and assemblies.
• Perform engineering calculations, tolerance stack-ups, and materials selection.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including controls, software, electrical, and manufacturing engineering.
• Support integration of industrial 3D printing systems and automated fiber placement equipment into larger manufacturing environments.
• Conduct design reviews and mentor junior engineers.
• Assist in prototype assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure all designs meet safety, quality, and performance standards.
• Generate technical documentation including BOMs, specifications, and test procedures.
• Develop new designs to meet customer or marketing specifications.
• Works with supervision to maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Documents designs using the appropriate format to Ingersoll and/or customer standards.
• May have responsibility for testing and validation of design.
• Develop specifications for purchased equipment.
• Maintains technical competency and works to expand technical skills and knowledge.
• Some travel is required for this position.

Qualifications:
• A Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (Extensive experience without a degree will be considered).
• Minimum 8 years of experience in mechanical design engineering, preferably in capital equipment or heavy industry.
• Proficient in CREO (Parametric) CAD system and PDM tools.
• Strong background in mechanical systems, motion control, structural design, and thermal considerations.
• Demonstrated experience designing for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA).

Preferred Experience:
• Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, and robotic systems integration.
• Experience with industrial-scale additive manufacturing (3D printing) or automated fiber placement systems.
• Hands-on experience with assembly, field installations, or system commissioning.
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA) skills using tools such as ANSYS or similar.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and ANSI/ASME Y14.5 standards.

Location & Compensation:
• Rockford, IL • Pay: $90,000-$130,000 p/hr DOE
• Benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) match.

Join the team to work on groundbreaking projects known for its innovation.