Product Design Engineer

Founded forty years ago, Guardian Equipment manufactures industrial safety products (specifically, emergency eyewash and shower equipment).  We are a family-owned company and one of the largest manufacturers of these products in the world.  Product quality, innovation and service to our customers drive our success.
 
Our headquarters is located in a new 50,000 square foot facility just north of downtown Chicago.  This is a state-of-the-art LEED-Gold certified facility where we employ 70 people.  Our facility is easily accessed from the Kennedy Expressway (I-90) and public transportation.
 
We are committed to our customers, employees and the community in which we live.  We offer a work place environment that rewards commitment, talent and the drive for excellence.
 
Role & Responsibilities: 

  • Troubleshooting existing product designs to improve product performance, durability and manufacturability.
  • Update product drawings, engineering prints and bills of materials as required.
  • Participate in the design of new products, from initial concept through prototyping, testing and implementation.
  • Provide Engineering support for various departments including, but not limited to, Production, Purchasing, Sales and Customer Service.

Qualifications:

We require a hands-on professional with initiative, attention to detail and the ability to think through problems and implement solutions.  The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
 
  • BS in mechanical engineering (or related degree) with 3-5 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Candidates should be proficient in SolidWorks (or similar 3-D software) and have relevant experience with AutoCAD.
 
Compensation:

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package, including:
 
  • Competitive salary, depending on educational background, skills and experience level
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance
  • MetLife PPO dental insurance
  • VSP vision insurance
  • Life, AD/D, Short and Long Term Disability insurance
  • Combined profit-sharing and 401(k) plan with company match
  • Two weeks paid vacation
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave
 
Guardian Equipment Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing and retaining a diverse work force and providing a safe and healthy work environment.
 

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