About the role
Project Engineer (Temp-to-Hire) Location: Elmhurst, IL 60126 | Pay: $38–$44/hr DOE Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:30 PM (1-hour lunch)
Seeking a Project Engineer to manage engineering projects involving electric, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical actuators for industrial applications. This role coordinates with customers, engineering, manufacturing, quality, and suppliers to ensure projects meet technical specifications, timelines, and quality standards.
Responsibilities * Manage engineering projects from initial design through production release. * Review customer specifications, contracts, and technical requirements. * Develop project schedules, track milestones, and manage deliverables. * Design, modify, and support hydraulic, electric, and electro-mechanical actuator systems. * Prepare and review engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and technical documentation. * Serve as the technical liaison between customers, engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers. * Support manufacturing, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and product validation. * Evaluate design changes, resolve technical issues, and participate in root cause analysis. * Ensure designs meet customer specifications, industry standards, and safety requirements. * Travel domestically and internationally as needed for customer projects and field support.
Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field. * 2–3 years of Project Engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment. * Experience with hydraulic/electric actuators, motion control, valves, pumps, or industrial automation preferred. * Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams. * Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Inventor. * Understanding of electrical systems, motors, sensors, PLCs, VFDs, and industrial controls. * Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Work Environment & Requirements * Combination of office, manufacturing, and customer site environments. * Occasional evening or weekend work may be required. * Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally. * Must pass background check and drug screen.