
Sr. Mechanical Engineer
North Aurora, ILFull-time$100–120K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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The Senior Mechanical Engineer leads the design, development, and implementation of mechanical systems and components. The role provides technical expertise, manages projects, and ensures engineering solutions meet quality and performance standards. It includes engineering analysis, testing and validation, cross-functional collaboration, and guidance for junior engineers and technicians. The position is based in North Aurora, Illinois.
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This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13826792\ Position Title: Sr. Mechanical Engineer\ Requisition Id: 1762\ Worker Category: Full Time\ \ Location: North Aurora, IL, US\ \ Salary Range: $100,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually\ \ \ Job Description: FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Director of Sales Location: North Aurora, IL Job Summary: The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of mechanical systems and components. This role involves providing technical expertise, managing projects, and ensuring that engineering solutions meet quality and performance standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Lead the design and development of mechanical systems and components. - Conduct engineering analysis and calculations to support design decisions. - Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation. - Oversee the testing and validation of mechanical systems to ensure compliance with performance and safety standards. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, and supply chain, to ensure successful project execution. - Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians. - Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget. - Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency. - Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices. - Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. - Experience with sheet metal - Performing simulations with CAD, specifically FEA and CFD Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. - Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role. - Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes. - Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and engineering analysis tools. - Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Project management experience is a plus. EEO Statement: IAC Acoustics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. \ \ \ \ Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.\ \ PI287982556
How this job compares
Set against the 7,610 open Mechanical Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 31, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$100–120K/yr
- Illinois median$100–154K/yr175 salary ranges
- US median$105–160K/yr4,539 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $110K, is 13% below the Illinois median midpoint ($126K) — in the middle half of Mechanical Engineer salary ranges in Illinois.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 202 open Mechanical Engineer jobs in Illinois and 7,610 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Illinois
- Sargent & Lundy34 open
- Constellation28 open
- Burns & McDonnell13 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Mechanical Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (6,308 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 5,300 of the 7,610 open Mechanical Engineer jobs (70%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 31, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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