Holland, L.P. · 9 hours ago
Electro-Mechanical Systems Engineer
University Park, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHolland, L.P. is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Systems Engineer to lead the evolution of their product line by refining mechanical structures and electrical systems. The role involves optimizing costs and performance, ensuring machine reliability, and providing technical support to customers.
ManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Equipment Design & Evolution
Lead the evolution of newly acquired product line by refining 3D mechanical structures and electrical systems. You will bridge the gap between concept and commerce, turning early-stage prototypes into high-performance, field-ready machines
Strip away design complexity to improve manufacturability. You’ll redesign electrical harnesses, control layouts, and mechanical mounts to ensure our equipment is faster to build, easier to service, and more reliable
Cost & Performance Optimization
Conduct deep-dive technical audits of our current fleet to identify 'smarter' engineering paths. You will lead projects to consolidate parts and substitute materials, driving down production costs while simultaneously increasing machine durability
Serve as the technical 'fixer' for our existing fleet. You will utilize rigorous root-cause analysis to identify failure-prone or over-engineered components and replace them with validated, robust designs that solve the problem for good
Validation & Field Deployment
Design the specialized equipment required for the fleet’s deployment. This includes the engineering behind truck integrations, machine handling systems, and modular power skids to ensure seamless transport and setup
Take full accountability for your designs by leading 'first-article' testing at rail sites. You will travel to the field to oversee machine commissioning, ensuring your engineering performs perfectly under grueling, real-world conditions
Technical Authority & PLC Support
You will provide customers with high-level technical support to ensure machines operate at peak efficiency
You will serve as the primary technical advocate for the customer, capturing field data and user feedback to directly influence the next generation of our equipment
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering
5+ years of experience in heavy equipment, industrial machinery, or rail infrastructure, focusing on how electronic controls drive physical hardware
Strong skills in SolidWorks (or similar 3D CAD) for both mechanical structural design and electrical component packaging
Functional knowledge of how heat-affected zones (HAZ) from welding and pre-heating impact metal hardness and structural integrity in rail steel
Able to work to demanding deadlines
Work effectively as a team member or leader
Knowledge of FMEA, Lean practices, Six Sigma and Value Engineering
Hydraulic system design/troubleshooting experience
Must maintain a valid passport and driver's license; abide by our Corporate Fleet Policy
Ability to complete all pre-employment testing required by Holland, L.P
Benefits
$500 Sign-On Bonus for each form they sign, totaling $1000. This Sign-On Bonus will be paid out on the first pay period following date of hire.
Company
Holland, L.P.
Since our founding in 1935, Holland has pioneered delivering comprehensive and progressive transportation solutions.
501-1000 employees
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Chief Financial Officer
Mike O'Grady
COO / Chief Operating Officer
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