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Product Development Engineer Solidworks Jobs in Chicago, IL

Daifuku

Product Development Engineer

Hobart, IN · On-site

The company is currently seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer . We are currently ... Proficient with AutoCAD, Solidworks, Solidworks Enterprise PDM, Microsoft Office and simulation ...

Daifuku

Product Development Engineer II

Hobart, IN · On-site

The company is currently seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer . We are currently ... Proficient with AutoCAD, Solidworks, Solidworks Enterprise PDM, Microsoft Office and simulation ...

Daifuku

Product Development Engineer II

Hobart, IN · On-site

The company is currently seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer . We are currently ... Proficient with AutoCAD, Solidworks, Solidworks Enterprise PDM, Microsoft Office and simulation ...

ITW

Sr. Product Development Engineer

Glenview, IL

Why This Role Matters The Senior Product Development Engineer at ITW Mechanical Fastening, a division of ITW, plays a key role in developing innovative fastening and anchoring solutions that improve ...

Hollister Incorporated

Lead R&D Engineer

Libertyville, IL · On-site

$99K - $131K/yr

The Lead R&D Engineer will lead or participate in new product development project teams to drive ... product portfolio. * Use CAD Software (i.e. Solidworks) to develop and design concepts, components ...

Hollister Incorporated

Lead R&D Engineer

Libertyville, IL · Hybrid

$99K - $131K/yr

The Lead R&D Engineer will lead or participate in new product development project teams to drive ... product portfolio. * Use CAD Software (i.e. Solidworks) to develop and design concepts, components ...

Hollister Incorporated

Lead R&D Engineer

Libertyville, IL · Hybrid

$99K - $131K/yr

The Lead R&D Engineer will lead or participate in new product development project teams to drive ... product portfolio. * Use CAD Software (i.e. Solidworks) to develop and design concepts, components ...

TekPro

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Technical Engineer - SolidWorks Mechanical Design

Rolling Meadows, IL · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

We're seeking a candidate with strong SolidWorks experience for mechanical product design. This is a direct hire opportunity for an electrical equipment manufacturer including light poles, light ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for product development engineer solidworks in Chicago, IL is $90,533.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,200.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Product Development Engineer Solidworks vs Mechanical Design Engineer?

AspectProduct Development Engineer SolidworksMechanical Design Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field, proficiency in SolidworksBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field, proficiency in CAD software
Work EnvironmentDesign teams, product development departments, manufacturing settingsDesign offices, manufacturing plants, R&D labs
Industry UsageProduct design, prototyping, and development in manufacturing and tech companiesMechanical systems, machinery, and component design across industries

Product Development Engineers Solidworks focus on designing and developing new products using Solidworks CAD software, often working closely with prototyping and manufacturing teams. Mechanical Design Engineers also create mechanical components and systems but may use various CAD tools and focus more on detailed mechanical design. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work environments, but their primary focus and software expertise differ slightly.

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Product Development Engineer

Daifuku Intralogistics America

Hobart, IN • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Overview
Daifuku Airport America Corporation is a subsidiary of Daifuku North America a group company of Daifuku in Japan - the largest material handling company in the world. Our advanced systems move everything from car bodies at auto plants to luggage at airports to packaged goods at warehouses. We are known as experts in engineering, manufacturing, and servicing innovative automated materials handling systems including conveyors, automatic guided vehicles, automated storage & retrieval systems, and integrated controls.
The company is currently seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer.
We are currently seeking an innovative Product Development Engineer to work with our talented team of engineers and designers. In this role, you will help design new products, assisting with proof-of-concept and prototype testing. You will also review existing designs, supporting the enhancement or revision of our current products. Applicants must have a bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering as well as experience with 3D design software, such as Inventor and other tools in the AutoDesk suite. You will use these skills to create technical drawings that aid in the design and production process.
Responsibilities
Major Areas of Responsibility
  • Conceives, designs, develops, engineers, prototypes, tests, and revises mid-sized and large-scale, moderately complex, new fabricated products for conveyor systems and applications
  • Performs engineering calculations to ensure a robust design, including horsepower, stress, torque, deflection, torsion, overhung load, sortation rate, cycle rate, air consumption, and amperage draw
  • Works with other teams to troubleshoot and resolve development and design issues
  • Ensures that new products are safe, reliable, and easy to maintain
  • Selects appropriate and cost-effective purchased products
  • Analyzes data to identify trends in usage, cost, performance, and reliability
  • Develops and executes test plans for concepts and prototypes to establish operational parameters
  • Uses modeling and simulation tools to prove or disprove designs
  • Partners with the Design team, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Purchasing and Administration
  • Mentors less-senior team members
  • Travels up to 20%

Skills & Abilities
  • Experience in the design and development of conveyor-related products:
    • Conveyor equipment individually and on a system level
    • Competitor's products
    • Power transmission and automation components
    • Plastics, metals, alloys, and chemistry
    • Manufacturing considerations
    • Design cost, budgets, and expenditures
  • Proficient with AutoCAD, Solidworks, Solidworks Enterprise PDM, Microsoft Office and simulation modules
  • Ability to use Excel to sort large data tables and create calculation tables
  • Ability to use PowerPoint to create visual explanations and presentations
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced results-oriented environment
  • Organizational skills to meet project plans and deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strategic and creative thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Team-oriented and collaborative
  • Ability to learn new skills and technologies

Qualifications
Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
  • Master's degree a plus
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in the material handling industry
  • Experience in conveyor systems with carton handling or pallet handling
  • Experience with Motor Drive Roller (MDR), Sortation Technologies, installation, project management, electrical, or Solidworks Enterprise PDM administration

Demonstrated Physical Abilities
Remain stationary for 50% of the time; move/traverse throughout the office to access file cabinets and office equipment; operate a computer and other productivity machinery; inspect documents; communicate with others through talking/hearing; read/identify/assess forms and correspondence.
Daifuku Airport America Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled, and federal sub/contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or medical condition. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please call 248-553-1000.
Daifuku Airport America Corporation offers an excellent compensation package including great benefits such as excellent medical, vision, and dental insurance, paid vacation time, paid sick time, and paid holidays, 401K, Flexible Spending Programs, and more.
At this time our company only receives applications online. If you need assistance applying online to this position, please call 248-553-1000 and leave a message and your call will be returned.

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