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Assistant Production Engineer

Industrial Enclosure Corp

Elgin, IL • $45,000 to $60,000 / yr • 10/20/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Join a fast-paced, small company that develops industrial electrical enclosures as well as digital kiosks for the commercial industry. Play an important role in the manufacturing of products that will have a major impact on industrial and commercial verticals.

With substantial growth over the past 2 years, we are looking for an assistant engineer that can help us speed up the process of releasing orders to the shop floor.

Responsibilities

  • Create detailed drawings from new/existing designs with exploded views and assembly instructions for production.
  • Generate bills of materials and routers utilizing the MRP system.
  • Work with the project manager to order hardware and required components for new designs.
  • Develop flat patterns and export to CNC software for programming.
  • Send approval drawings to customers and work with Customer Service/Sales to address customers’ requirements.

Qualifications and skills

  • Associate’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks with knowledge of sheet metal part and weldment modeling.
  • Experience with the full product life cycles from prototyping to production.
  • Basic knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals.
  • Hands-on style, with excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment
  • Programming knowledge of CNC turret punch presses and lasers a plus.
  • A general understanding of NEMA ratings.
  • Strong time management skills, while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Organized and able to handle multiple tasks and competing priorities.
  • Familiarity with SolidWorks PDM and MRP systems a plus.
  • Motivated team player. Must have the ability to work both independently and well with others.

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Work location: Manufacturing Plant (in person)
  • May be asked to work overtime