Title : Design Engineer

Location :Chicago, IL

Hire Type : Direct Hire

Salary : $65k-$85k (based on experience)

Benefits : Day 1 Benefits, Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision), Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, 401k with generous company match and additional employer annual contribution, Short & Long Term Disability, and 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave.

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Project Engineer for a leading manufacturer and repairer of railroad tank cars. This is a great opportunity to work with a company that has great benefits!

Job Duties :

• Coordinate all phases of design and manufacturing for rail industry products.
• Identify and assist with welding, fabrication, machining, and steel component processing improvements.
• Prepare technical documents such as blueprints, drawings, SOPs, and visual aids.
• Create models and 2D drawings using CAD software.
• Coordinate quoting, procurement, design, CNC programming, and product development.
• Focus on cost reduction and gross margin improvements.
• Provide technical support to Quality, Purchasing, and Production teams.
• Offer technical feedback to internal and external customers.
• Design manufacturing processes and products considering cost, user experience, and regulatory standards.
• Analyze data from prototype tests and create progress reports.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Management teams on design projects, ensuring compliance with SOPs, AAR, DOT, and FRA regulations
• Create models and drawings using CAD software, ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Construct prototypes and confirm designs with customers.
• Lead cost analysis for labor, material, and production quoting.
• Adhere to regulatory requirements (FRA, DOT, OSHA).

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering required.
• 5+ years of experience or internship in design or manufacturing engineering in a heavy industrial environment preferred.
• Lean manufacturing/continuous improvement experience preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering design concepts.
• Familiar with welding processes, steel fabrication, and metal structure production.
• Proficient in CAD modeling, machine design, and design analysis (Solid Edge experience a plus).
• Strong documentation, presentation, and communication skills.

• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.