Industrial Kinetics · 1 month ago
Junior Mechanical CAD Designer
Downers Grove, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$60K/yr - $65K/yrIndustrial Kinetics is a family-owned company that designs and builds engineered-to-order conveyor and material handling systems. In this role, you'll learn about CAD standards and design processes while gradually taking on more engineering responsibilities, ultimately growing into a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role.
Industrial EngineeringIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Begin with SolidWorks modeling, detail drawings, and subassembly design
Learn IK conveyor standards, sheet-metal design, and fabrication constraints
Support senior engineers with design calculations and mechanism development
Assist in developing custom machines and conveyor concepts
Produce clean, accurate fabrication and assembly drawings
Participate in design reviews, brainstorming, and problem-solving sessions
Learn how designs move through fabrication, assembly, installation, and service
Grow into full project ownership (concept → design → fabrication → installation)
Qualification
Required
This position requires applicants to be legally authorized to work in the United States. No visa sponsorship is available at this time
Associates or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
SolidWorks proficiency (academic experience acceptable)
Fundamental understanding of machine elements
Curiosity, mechanical intuition, and eagerness to learn
Interest in conveyor systems, automation, or custom machinery
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Desire to grow into a senior engineering role (not a pure CAD role)
Benefits
401k with company match
Vacation, Paid Leave and paid holidays
Medical insurance (Six different options)
Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Company
Industrial Kinetics
We’re Industrial Kinetics, and for over 50 years we’ve been applying our resources and experience to the creation of innovative material handling concepts that make a quantifiable difference to the bottom lines of our ever-growing list of national and international clients.
Founded in 1969
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
George Huber
President
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