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Mechanical Design Engineer
Alton, IL - Full Time
Productive Resources (www.productiveresources.com) is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team at our customer's facility in Alton, IL. As a member of our team, the selected candidate will be a Mechanical Design Engineer joining our engineering team and supporting the design and manufacturing of custom truck equipment. This role will work closely with the sales, engineering, and shop teams to develop innovative vehicle upfit solutions that meet customer requirements while ensuring manufacturability, quality, and performance. The ideal candidate enjoys taking projects from concept through production and thrives in a collaborative, hands-on manufacturing environment.
This is a full-time position that is indefinite in duration with the opportunity of professional growth, and additional opportunities within our organization.
Duties:

• Design custom truck body systems and equipment using 3D CAD software.
• Develop detailed manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Collaborate with the sales team to evaluate customer requirements and develop practical design solutions.
• Provide engineering support to the fabrication and production teams throughout the build process.
• Assist with troubleshooting manufacturing issues and implement design improvements to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Review project specifications and ensure designs comply with customer requirements, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Coordinate with purchasing to identify materials and components required for production.
• Support prototype development, testing, and implementation of new products and custom applications.
• Participate in design reviews and communicate project status with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain engineering documentation and revise drawings as product improvements are implemented.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience designing fabricated metal products, truck equipment, heavy equipment, trailers, or similar industrial products.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, or AutoCAD.
• Experience creating fabrication drawings, weldments, assemblies, and Bills of Materials.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including welding, machining, fabrication, and assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with sales, engineering, and production teams.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred:

• Experience with truck body design, vocational vehicles, utility equipment, or custom vehicle upfitting.
• Knowledge of chassis integration for manufacturers such as Ford, Chevrolet, Ram, Freightliner, or International.
• Familiarity with hydraulic systems, electrical components, or mechanical assemblies used in utility and service vehicles.
• Experience working in a made-to-order or engineer-to-order manufacturing environment.

As a condition of employment consideration, Productive Resources conducts pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test. In addition, an employment candidate is required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States.
Why work for Productive Resources?
Productive Resources is a full-service engineering firm with over two decades of experience serving leading global clients. Our expertise is project-based product development and manufacturing engineering support. Our primary focus industries are off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, defense, mining, recreational, industrial, and specialty machines.
We lead with our reputation for quality, teamwork, and innovative solutions. We invest in our people, providing resources andopportunities for ongoing development. Our workplace fosters innovation, prioritizes the well-being of our team, and encourages creativity. Our diverse experience and client base will challenge your technical skills and provide greater opportunities for growth.
We Offer Competitive Benefits:

• Group Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance available
• Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Insurance available
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
• Flexible Spending Plans for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Programs available
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Care Support Program complimentary health advocacy program provides 24/7 assistance.
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Caregiver Support Programs
• Financial Wellbeing Support
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Training and Development

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly