Sterling Engineering is proud to partner with one of the industry’s heavy hitters in the design and manufacturing of electrical and thermal products. Our client is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team at their state-of-the-art facility in Cary, IL. This is more than just another engineering role—this is an opportunity to work on high-impact, highly complex projects that push the boundaries of innovation in thermal systems and industrial heating technologies. If you're someone who thrives on solving intricate design challenges and is fueled by a passion for engineering excellence, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Salary for the role is 78-85k

Responsibilities:

• Design custom industrial heaters, enclosures, and thermal systems using SolidWorks and other CAD tools
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, electrical engineering, manufacturing, quality) to develop cutting-edge, manufacturable designs
• Perform design calculations and thermal simulations to validate concepts and performance
• Generate detailed drawings, BOMs, and documentation to support production and quality standards
• Drive continuous product improvement through design optimization, cost reduction, and performance enhancements
• Participate in design reviews and lead prototype testing and validation
• Support customer-specific product customization and application engineering

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 2–5+ years of mechanical design experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes (sheet metal, machining, etc.), and GD&T
• Experience with thermal systems, heaters, or similar electrical-mechanical assemblies is a major plus
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong communication skills and a passion for innovation