Engineer Jobs in Kane County, IL

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1mo ago

Manufacturing Engineer (Facilities)

Socomec, Inc. Kane County, IL

Kane County, IL

1mo ago Closed

$85k - $95k/yr Full time Engineering Facilities Engineer Industrial Engineering

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 30, 2026).

Job Description

The Manufacturing Engineer (Facilities) role within the Operations team focuses on delivering safe, reliable, and scalable facility and equipment solutions. This position drives continuous improvement through investigations of manufacturing methods and equipment, capacity expansion, and capital equipment initiatives, supporting production and quality outcomes.

Location and Work Mode

Kane County, IL
Onsite (in person)

Compensation

Salary range: USD $85,000 - $95,000 per year

Key Responsibilities

Develop facility layouts to optimize workflow, material movement, safety, and space utilization
Coordinate facility modifications, expansions, and infrastructure improvements with Supply Chain
Oversee machine shop equipment performance
Lead equipment reliability efforts and resolve breakdowns
Identify manufacturing equipment needs based on production requirements
Research, evaluate, and select equipment suppliers and integrators
Implement and maintain a preventative maintenance program, including spare parts inventory
Support production with technical problem-solving and the introduction of new processes and equipment
Assist in reducing manufacturing errors
Partner with production teams to identify and implement best manufacturing practices
Research industry best practices and emerging technologies to improve manufacturing methods
Lead corrective and preventive action initiatives, including resolution of customer complaints
Implement error-proofing strategies to support product quality and accurate assembly
Support Supply Chain and Engineering by evaluating suppliers, components, and equipment from a manufacturability perspective

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related) or equivalent experience
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with power or power conversion products across prototyping, commercialization, and production
Experience in engineer-to-order, configure-to-order, or custom manufacturing environments
Experience selecting, procuring, and installing capital equipment, including project management

Preferred and Role-Aligning Skills

Certification in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or similar methodologies (preferred)
Experience with ISO9001 and ISO14001 quality and environmental systems
Safety-first mindset, with collaboration as needed with Corporate Safety
Strong commitment to environmentally responsible manufacturing practices
Early risk identification and implementation of preventive measures
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Proven success implementing new processes, equipment, and tooling
Results-driven approach with strong initiative
Resourceful, innovative, and energetic work style
Strong collaboration, teamwork, and project management and organizational abilities

Benefits

401(k)
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Application Questions

Are you authorized to work in the US and Canada without sponsorship now or in the future?
How many years of experience do you have in facilities management, maintenance coordination, or facility operations? If so from where?
Have you worked in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment? If yes, please briefly describe the facility and your responsibilities.
What experience do you have with maintenance management software (CMMS)? Please list the systems you have used, and what did you use it for?
What is your salary expectations?
What Engineering Degree do you hold?

Education

Bachelor’s (Required)

Work Location Type

In person

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