Apply on Employer Site

ECHO Incorporated · 1 day ago

Project Engineer

Lake Zurich, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$115K/yr - $115K/yr

10+ years exp

ECHO Incorporated is an industry leader in developing and manufacturing high-performance, professional-grade, industrial products, robotics, and handheld outdoor power equipment. The Project Engineer will play a key role in the development of Industrial products, working with suppliers and product testing in a team environment, while also contributing to product enhancements and accessory integration.

Consumer GoodsEnergy

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Support the development of IPE products—including generators, trailers, and light towers—and contribute to product enhancements and accessory integration

Perform mechanical design work across various manufacturing technologies using 3D CAD (SolidWorks), including drawing creation, prototyping, supplier coordination, product evaluation, and field failure investigation

Collaborate effectively within cross‑functional teams, carrying out assigned responsibilities, communicating progress, and consulting with supervisors. Collaboration may include internal ECHO teams as well as external partners such as Yamabiko Japan

Provide technical support to sales and service teams as needed

Strengthen technical and operational capabilities through hands‑on training with experienced staff, participation in formal training programs, and training opportunities in Japan

Be able to travel for business purposes (up to 20%), including international travel

Qualification

Mechanical design3D CAD (SolidWorks)Project managementManufacturing processesBills of materialElectrical principlesLight fabrication skillsCommunication skills

Required

10+ years of experience in mechanical development and design

5+ years of project management experience in an engineering environment

At least 5 years of experience using 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and creating 2D drawings, with the ability to demonstrate proficiency

Basic understanding of electrical principles and willingness to learn power generation concepts

Ability to use measurement tools—including calipers, micrometers, gage pins, and comparators—to verify design features

Light fabrication skills using a variety of tools

Strong written and verbal communication skills

A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is required, along with more than 10 years of relevant professional experience

Preferred

Experience with bills of material and MRP systems

Preferred background working with generators, light towers, engines, and other industrial equipment

Familiarity or experience with manufacturing processes such as sheet metal fabrication, metal stamping, welding, machining, painting, casting, resin molding, and electrical work (not all required)

Benefits

11 paid holidays

Extremely affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Yearly bonus potential

5% 401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Company

ECHO Incorporated

ECHO Incorporated is a consumer goods company offering gas-powered chainsaws and trimmers.

Founded in 1972

Zürich, Zurich, CHE

501-1000 employees

http://echo-usa.com

H1B Sponsorship

ECHO Incorporated has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship

Represents job field similar to this job

Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (1)

2024 (1)

2023 (2)

2022 (1)

2021 (1)