Mechanical Design Engineer

Did you love building as a kid Do you enjoy taking something apart just to figure out how to put it back together Our engineers drive packaging innovation creating new ways to improve and increase performance. Were passionate about designing custom equipment that exceeds our customers expectations. Our engineers partner closely not only with our customers but also with peers across sales manufacturing and assembly.

HMC Products a division of ProMach focuses on producing world-class packaging equipment for our global customer base and offers rewarding and challenging opportunities. If youre excited by how machines work and want to make them better we want to talk to you.

As a Mechanical Engineer youll develop and prepare mechanical designs for product machinery and exercise independent judgement and technical skills. Utilizing your excellent communication skills and technical experience youll develop great internal and external customer relationships and confidence in the solutions you present. Youll see the fruits of your labor come to life and our customers realizing improved efficiency in their packaging operations.

Are you excited about this work

• Be responsible for equipment design of mechanical components and systems.
• Understand customer specifications and design mechanical components of machinery.
• Work closely with the aftermarket parts department sales team vendors and direct customers.
• Apply mechanical engineering knowledge of machinery principles and materials manufacturing methods and processes to ensure designs are functional practical economical and satisfy customer operating requirements.
• Design machined and fabricated parts which include shafts bearings & housings drive components mounting plates & precision spacers structural frame weldments sheet metal parts covers etc.
• Prepare detailed fabrication drawings with appropriate tolerances and dimensions.
• Prepare bills of material based on design and necessary components for production.
• Analyze and prioritize projects based on the scope of established customer delivery dates.
• Interface with co-workers to ensure machinery designs are properly fabricated parts are machined and assembled which may include revising mechanical design specifications/drawings.
• Interface with co-workers to conduct machinery mechanical testing and coordinate work/projects to ensure customer on-time delivery. Prepare and direct reports to other departments to address and resolve inquiries and problems.
• Act as a technical resource for customers and Service Departments Service Technicians. Especially during machine installation and start-up in customer plants.

Whats in it for you

Theres no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career.

In addition to growth opportunities as a ProMach employee you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your salary comprehensive medical/dental programs as well as life insurance a generous paid time off program and a retirement savings plan with a company match. And because we understand the importance of feeling protected there is no waiting period for benefits you are eligible on your first day of employment!

Base Salary Range: $80000 - $110000 per year

Please note that the pay ranges listed on external job boards outside of our posting details do not accurately reflect our internal compensation ranges.

If this sounds like you we want to connect!

• Experience in equipment design preferably packaging or capital equipment design experience.
• Design knowledge of machined and fabricated parts e.g. shafts bearings & housings drive components mounting plates precision spacers structural frame weldments sheet metal parts channels covers etc.
• Design knowledge and experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems conveyors servo and electric actuators gearmotors etc.
• Experience with various manufacturing processes and able to design components for cost effective manufacturability.
• Analytical skills to understand complex and diverse information collect and research data use intuition and experience to complement date and design effective workflows and procedures.
• Problem solving skills to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner including gathering and analyzing information developing alternative solutions.
• Excellent team skills to manage diverse departmental goals toward successful project completion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including presentation skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to successfully handle a multi-tasked role.
• Self-motivated sense of urgency personable and well organized.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Word/Excel/PowerPoint/MS Project or similar).
• 3D Modeling Software experience SolidWorks preferred.

HMC was founded in 1979 and became part of ProMachs Flexible Packaging Group in 2024. We fabricate and install horizontal form fill and seal machines for flexible packaging solutions across numerous industries such as snack food cosmetic healthcare pharmaceutical and household goods. Our division of 45 employees is known for its exceptional service and operates out of a 60000 square foot facility located in Machesney Park IL.

Pro Mach Inc. was named to the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. seven times. We continue to introduce innovative products enter new markets expand our global presence and actively acquire new capabilities.

We have the rewards opportunities and the market strength of a large organization combined with the entrepreneurial culture of a small fast-paced company. You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally with the personal touch and feel of a smaller company where you can make an impact every day.

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ProMach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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