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Base pay range
$125,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yr Additional compensation types
Annual Bonus Direct message the job poster from M-Works Search Executive Recruiting Specialist | I help manufacturing clients build their engineering and operations teams. | Direct & Text: (312) 226-4916
Take the lead in delivering engineering excellence. My client, a national leader in custom-engineered crane systems for over 60 years, is looking for a sharp, driven Lead Project Engineer ready to own complex projects from concept to production. If you thrive in a hands-on role blending structural design, FEA, and customer collaboration—this is your opportunity to lead. Why You Should Apply Competitive base salary: $125,000–$145,000 depending on experience. Annual performance bonus opportunities. Competitive group medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. 401(k) with company match for long-term security. 8 Paid Annual Company Holidays with flex days as needed. Relocation assistance and generous paid time off. What You’ll Be Doing Lead overhead crane engineering projects from design through production. Conduct FEA and stress/strain analysis for performance and compliance. Design welded steel structures using SolidWorks and system-level thinking. Partner with sales and customers on tailored material handling solutions. Support production with hands-on problem solving and manufacturability reviews. Mentor junior engineers and shape a high-performance team. About You Be able to do the job as described. Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering required. Extensive experience in structural steel or heavy fabricated equipment. Expert in SolidWorks and structural FEA. Comfortable navigating both the shop floor and customer sites. Previous experience with crane systems or engineered-to-order products is a plus. How To Apply We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to crusnak@mworkssearch.com and tell me why you’re interested. Or, if you do have a resume ready, apply here. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Engineering, Design, and Manufacturing Industries Industrial Machinery Manufacturing and Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at M-Works Search by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
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Chicago, IL . Trainee Mechanical and/or Industrial Engineering
Chicago, IL $80,000 - $100,000 1 month ago Norridge, IL $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 1 month ago Greater Chicago Area $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $70,550.00 - $88,500.00 2 weeks ago Greater Chicago Area $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 3 days ago Chicago, IL $95,100.00 - $130,800.00 2 weeks ago Bensenville, IL $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 3 days ago Oakbrook Terrace, IL $65,000.00 - $90,000.00 1 day ago Lisle, IL $80,800.00 - $121,200.00 1 week ago Northbrook, IL $79,075.00 - $105,433.00 2 days ago Wheeling, IL $90,000.00 - $125,000.00 1 month ago Chicago, IL $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 2 weeks ago Entry Level Mechanical Engineer, application via RippleMatch
Entry Level Industrial Engineer, application via RippleMatch
Staff Mechanical Engineer - Refrigeration (Multiple Locations)
Chicago, IL $100,000 - $140,000 1 week ago Operations Engineer, Operations Engineering
Chicago, IL $68,900 - $126,400 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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$125,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yr Additional compensation types
Annual Bonus Direct message the job poster from M-Works Search Executive Recruiting Specialist | I help manufacturing clients build their engineering and operations teams. | Direct & Text: (312) 226-4916
Take the lead in delivering engineering excellence. My client, a national leader in custom-engineered crane systems for over 60 years, is looking for a sharp, driven Lead Project Engineer ready to own complex projects from concept to production. If you thrive in a hands-on role blending structural design, FEA, and customer collaboration—this is your opportunity to lead. Why You Should Apply Competitive base salary: $125,000–$145,000 depending on experience. Annual performance bonus opportunities. Competitive group medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. 401(k) with company match for long-term security. 8 Paid Annual Company Holidays with flex days as needed. Relocation assistance and generous paid time off. What You’ll Be Doing Lead overhead crane engineering projects from design through production. Conduct FEA and stress/strain analysis for performance and compliance. Design welded steel structures using SolidWorks and system-level thinking. Partner with sales and customers on tailored material handling solutions. Support production with hands-on problem solving and manufacturability reviews. Mentor junior engineers and shape a high-performance team. About You Be able to do the job as described. Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering required. Extensive experience in structural steel or heavy fabricated equipment. Expert in SolidWorks and structural FEA. Comfortable navigating both the shop floor and customer sites. Previous experience with crane systems or engineered-to-order products is a plus. How To Apply We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to crusnak@mworkssearch.com and tell me why you’re interested. Or, if you do have a resume ready, apply here. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Engineering, Design, and Manufacturing Industries Industrial Machinery Manufacturing and Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at M-Works Search by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
401(k) Vision insurance Medical insurance Disability insurance Get notified about new Mechanical Project Engineer jobs in
Chicago, IL . Trainee Mechanical and/or Industrial Engineering
Chicago, IL $80,000 - $100,000 1 month ago Norridge, IL $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 1 month ago Greater Chicago Area $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $70,550.00 - $88,500.00 2 weeks ago Greater Chicago Area $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 3 days ago Chicago, IL $95,100.00 - $130,800.00 2 weeks ago Bensenville, IL $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 3 days ago Oakbrook Terrace, IL $65,000.00 - $90,000.00 1 day ago Lisle, IL $80,800.00 - $121,200.00 1 week ago Northbrook, IL $79,075.00 - $105,433.00 2 days ago Wheeling, IL $90,000.00 - $125,000.00 1 month ago Chicago, IL $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 2 weeks ago Entry Level Mechanical Engineer, application via RippleMatch
Entry Level Industrial Engineer, application via RippleMatch
Staff Mechanical Engineer - Refrigeration (Multiple Locations)
Chicago, IL $100,000 - $140,000 1 week ago Operations Engineer, Operations Engineering
Chicago, IL $68,900 - $126,400 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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