Mechanical Engineer

Salary
Dixon, IL
Posted on September 10, 2026
$70,000.00 - $85,000.00

Mechanical Engineer: Dixon, IL

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to join our client’s team within a manufacturing environment. This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys taking concepts from design through production and wants to remain connected to the manufacturing floor. The Mechanical Engineer will support product design and redesign, cost-reduction initiatives, prototyping, testing, engineering documentation, and design for manufacturability. The role will have a primary focus on equipment used within the snow and ice removal industry and will collaborate closely with product development and production teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Transform concepts into manufacturable 3D models, drawings, and supporting engineering documentation
Develop innovative, cost-effective solutions within established project scopes and constraints
Participate in design reviews with product development and manufacturing teams
Support new products and design improvements from concept through successful implementation
Manage engineering documents and workflows using SolidWorks PDM
Create, monitor, and document testing for products, prototypes, and components
Troubleshoot engineering and manufacturing challenges directly with production-floor personnel
Partner with production to identify and implement effective manufacturing processes
Provide drawings, instructions, and technical support to the shop floor.
Evaluate conceptual and competitive product designs
Develop technical documentation, including service bulletins and operation manuals

Skills & Experience:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field, required
Experience: 2+ years of mechanical engineering or industrial design experience, required
Knowledge: FEA, metal fabrication, & hydraulic systems, required
Software: SolidWorks PDM or similar 3D CAD software, required

What We Offer:

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
401(k) w/ company match
Profit Sharing
Health Savings Account w/ company match
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
PTO
Paid Holidays
And More!

Please Note:

This role does not offer visa sponsorship or relocation assistance. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Pay: $70,000 – $85,000/year

Type: Full-time, 1st Shift, On-site

Schedule: Monday – Friday, normal business hours

Apply today to take the next step in your engineering career!

Hughes Recruiting & Consulting is a full-service human resources agency headquartered in Freeport, IL, and has 11 locations across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. We are a growing company that embodies professionalism, pursues excellence, embraces challenges, and has fun! We find valuable placements for employees looking for work and employers looking for staff. Put us to work, finding you work. Visit us online to complete an application today.

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