Associate Engineer Jobs in McHenry, IL (NOW HIRING)

Join UCC Environmental, a leader in sustainable technology solutions:Looking for a career where your work has real impact? At UCC Environmental, you’ll join a company built on solving complex industrial challenges while advancing sustainable solutions for air, water, and solids handling around the world.We’re a privately held, family-owned business with more than a century of experience supporting mission-critical industries. Our teams work with utility power providers and heavy industrial customers globally, delivering innovative solutions in environmental compliance, material handling, and high-performance aftermarket technologies.At UCC Environmental, you’ll collaborate with a diverse, global team that values technical expertise, problem-solving, and long-term customer relationships. With continued growth across North America, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific, we offer opportunities to contribute meaningfully to an expanding international business.Headquartered in Waukegan, Illinois, UCC owns and operates sales, manufacturing, assembly, and warehousing facilities across the United States, Canada, Germany, India, and China. If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter, your work has purpose, and your career can grow alongside a global organization, UCC Environmental could be the right fit!The ideal candidate will have demonstrated capabilities in collaborating with others to perform engineering tasks within a team environment. Work experience with a privately held company will be beneficial.Position Description:The Associate Engineer performs work in various departments to learn the activities and gain basic knowledge of Systems Engineering, Sales Engineering, Field Service, Product Management and Supply Chain. Upon completion of a one-year training rotation, placement will be made in one of the engineering departments based on interest and business needs.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Utilizing engineering guidelines and under the direction of a Sr. Engineer, learns and reviews mechanical systems to support ash handling requirements of the contract.Assists in the development of required contract drawings coordinating with the Electrical, Structural, and Piping/Conveyor Design Departments.Assists in other departments such as Supply Chain, Sales and/or Field Services as assigned. May also be on-site for installations in the field.Performs technical tasks as applicable and as directed.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably Mechanical, Chemical, Structural, Electrical Engineering)Recent college graduate with work experience or internships in the field of engineeringAbility to learn and adapt quicklyStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsProficiency in Microsoft Word and ExcelEssential Physical Abilities:Ability to sit or stand at a desk using a computer 80% of the time.Core Values and BeliefsMust be aligned with Core Values and Beliefs that drive UCC’s existing corporate culture.People – we trust and invest in our people, unlocking their full potential and they always come firstTeamwork – we respect others and create a collaborative working environment of inclusion and inspirationIntegrity – we are truthful and respectful to customers, employees, community and suppliersCustomer Satisfaction – we keep existing customers by delivering exceptional customer serviceInnovative –we encourage resourceful problem solving in the face of adversityCompensation and BenefitsBase Pay Range: $72,500 annual payBenefits:Insurance: Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Employee Assistance Programs and Voluntary Options such as Vision, HSA, FSA (Medical, Dental, Vision and Dependent Care), Accident, Identity Theft, Legal coverageRetirement: 401(k) with up to 4% company match, Pre-Tax and Roth Options, and discretionary Annual Profit-Sharing contributionTime Off: 10 days of Vacation, Vacation Purchase Plan up to 10 days purchased per year, 5 days of Sick and 10 Holidays, Parental Leave, FMLAMiscellaneous: Student Debt Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement, Certification and License Reimbursement, Personalized Professional Development Plans and Career Path Options.How to Apply:If interested in this position, please apply online via our website at https://uccenvironmental.com/careers/ and select Explore Current Openings to apply for this position online.UCC Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran. If you have difficulty applying for this job online, by e-mail, or need accommodations, please call us at 847-473-5900 and ask for Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr