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BRAHMIN LEATHER WORKS LLC

Accountant

Fairhaven, MA · On-site

$56.25K - $77.94K/yr

... leather has been our signature since our start in 1982 and is well-loved for its one-of-a-kind texture. It all starts with a design. Each product is thoughtfully engineered for fashion and ...

Brindley Engineering

Staff Structural Engineer

Lisle, IL

$110K - $150K/yr

... and leather, steel-toed work boots. • You may be required to position yourself to work in ... Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to hiring and retaining a ...

Brindley Engineering

Staff Structural Engineer

Lisle, IL · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

... leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots. You may be required to position yourself to ... Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to hiring and retaining a ...

Brindley Engineering

Mechanical Engineer

Lisle, IL

$70K - $95K/yr

... and leather, steel-toed work boots. • You may be required to position yourself to work in ... Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to hiring and retaining a ...

Brindley Engineering

General Application

Lisle, IL · On-site

Brindley Engineering Corporation is based in Lisle, IL, and was founded in 2004 with a vision to ... leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots. You may be required to position yourself to ...

Brindley Engineering

General Application

Lisle, IL · On-site

Brindley Engineering Corporation is based in Lisle, IL, and was founded in 2004 with a vision to ... and leather, steel-toed work boots. • You may be required to position yourself to work in ...

Brindley Engineering

Staff Process Engineer

Lisle, IL

$110K - $150K/yr

... and leather, steel-toed work boots. • You may be required to position yourself to work in ... Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to hiring and retaining a ...

Brindley Engineering

Staff Process Engineer

Lisle, IL · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

... and leather, steel-toed work boots. • You may be required to position yourself to work in ... Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to hiring and retaining a ...

Brindley Engineering

General Application

Lisle, IL

Brindley Engineering Corporation is based in Lisle, IL, and was founded in 2004 with a vision to ... and leather, steel-toed work boots. • You may be required to position yourself to work in ...

Brindley Engineering

Mechanical Engineer

Lisle, IL

$70K - $95K/yr

... leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots. You may be required to position yourself to ... Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to hiring and retaining a ...

Brindley Engineering

Lead Process Engineer

Lisle, IL · On-site

$140K - $185K/yr

... leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots. You may be required to position yourself to ... Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to hiring and retaining a ...

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How much do leather engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for leather engineer in the United States is $70,359.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31,000.00 and $101,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Leather Engineer job?

A Leather Engineer is a professional who specializes in the processing, manufacturing, and quality control of leather products. They work with raw hides and skins, applying chemical and mechanical treatments to achieve the desired texture, durability, and appearance. Their role may also involve researching eco-friendly tanning methods, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and optimizing production efficiency. Leather Engineers are commonly employed in tanneries, fashion industries, automotive upholstery manufacturing, and footwear companies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Leather Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Leather Engineer, you need expertise in leather processing technologies, material science, and a degree in chemical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with specialized equipment like tanning drums, quality testing instruments, and knowledge of environmental compliance standards and certifications are commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective collaboration with production teams set successful professionals apart. These skills ensure high-quality, sustainable leather products while meeting industry standards and operational efficiency.

What are the main challenges Leather Engineers face in their daily work?

Leather Engineers often work to balance product quality with environmental sustainability, ensuring that leather processing methods meet both performance and regulatory standards. They may face challenges such as optimizing production processes to reduce waste and emissions or troubleshooting defects in finished goods. Collaboration with quality control, research and development, and production teams is common, as is the need to stay updated with evolving industry technologies and best practices. Successfully navigating these challenges not only contributes to operational excellence but also supports career growth in technical and supervisory roles.
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Associate Instrumentation Engineer

Associate Instrumentation Engineer

Brindley Engineering

Lisle, IL • On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Job Description:
The Associate Instrumentation Engineer is responsible for generating instrumentation project deliverables and working with the project instrumentation designers for new or updated process instrumentation. Other duties include performing project site surveys of existing instrumentation to be replaced or re-designed, performing client documentation searches, marking up drawings or data sheets for as-found instrumentation and wiring details. 

Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Review project requirements and scopes of work
Attend client technical meetings and field walk-down meetings
Perform instrument site surveys and walk-downs 
Develop and prepare as-built or as-found instrumentation documentation 
Perform client instrument documentation searches to find required project documents
Generate instrumentation data, sheets, loop drawings, installation details, instrument lists, DCS/PLC I/O lists, and P&ID's
Provide technical support for field execution, including outage/turnaround projects

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: BSc in Instrument, Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical) Engineering
Experience: Min Yr = 3+
Licensure: E.I.T. Preferred
Technical Skills: Knowledge of ISA, API, and ASME instrumentation standards
Working knowledge of SPIis preferred
Management: Experienced working with other disciplines required
Other Skills: Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills

Professional Development Opportunities:
Develop instrumentation knowledge skills
Develop instrument project skills
Develop skills used to generate instrument deliverables
Develop client and site skills

Individual field assignments typically each have their own unique requirements.  Prior to deployment on any field assignment, you must be able to meet all client-specific site requirements.  Should you be unable or unwilling to meet assignment-specific requirements, your continued employment would then be subject to the availability of other assignments whose requirements can be met.  These unique requirements may include:
You must possess physical mobility (on the ground and at heights).
You may be required to pick up, lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
You may be required to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding/ladders using the appropriate and required fall protection.  
You must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold, and wind) while wearing the appropriate PPE. This may include but not be limited to a hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots.  
You may be required to position yourself to work in confined spaces
You may be required to adhere to a client's random drug testing program prior to entering their site.
You may be required to meet a client's facial hair safety policy prior to entering their site.

Pay Range: $90,000 - $130,000 annually
The above pay range represents a general guideline; however, Brindley considers several factors when determining base salary that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, certifications, specific work location, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonus and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans in addition to base pay to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. 

In addition, BE provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer matching, company paid holidays, paid parental leave, compensatory time off, and paid time off (PTO).  Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

BE participates in E-Verify. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please go to www.e-verify.gov.
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