Senior Equipment Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities

• Assess and document damages across a range of mechanical and electronic systems, including machinery, refrigeration, furnaces, conveyors, elevators, UPS, boilers, medical and laboratory equipment, injection molding machinery, and industrial plants.
• Perform configuration audits to verify system setups and compliance.
• Evaluate requirements and specifications to identify suitable comparable equipment replacements.
• Conduct research to estimate costs for new and used replacement options.
• Generate written reports detailing findings, recommendations, and conclusions, typically spanning more than three pages.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (BSME) with more than 5 years in engineering design, analysis, or applications
• Residence in Chicago, Illinois
• Willingness and ability to travel 30–50% of the time, with the potential for short-notice trips but not extended out-of-office periods
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Desire to learn, excel, and advance within the profession

Technologies

• Word
• Excel
• PowerPoint

Benefits

• Flexible work environment with remote work options as needed
• Flexible Time Off policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Commuter Benefit

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications

• Ability to sit for extended periods
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required
• Occasional prolonged standing, bending, and kneeling
• Positive and professional attitude toward colleagues and clients
• Comfort with remote and hybrid work environments
• Flexibility to work outside standard business hours when necessary
• Preparedness for travel around 30–50% of time

Additional Information

• Flexible work environment that supports remote work when needed
• Flexible Time Off policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Match
• Commuter Benefit