Mechanical Engineer (Entry level) in Schaumburg

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Company Overview  A precision CNC job shop serving the medical, aerospace, and agricultural industries is seeking an Entry Level Mechanical Engineer to support engineering, production, and customer communication. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career who wants hands-on exposure to the full manufacturing process and the chance to grow within a highly technical environment.

Position Summary  The Entry Level Mechanical Engineer will act as a liaison between customers and the production floor. This individual will assist with quoting jobs, purchasing materials, monitoring the manufacturing process, and coordinating outside services such as heat treating and plating. Strong communication skills are essential, as this role requires regular interaction with customers to ensure parts are produced to specification and delivered on time.

This position includes a structured rotation through all departments, including machining, inspection, and shipping, to build a complete understanding of the company’s workflow and capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary communication link between customers and the production team
• Assist with quoting new jobs and estimating manufacturing requirements
• Purchase raw materials and coordinate with suppliers
• Track jobs through the manufacturing process and ensure timely movement of parts
• Coordinate outside services including heat treating, plating, and other finishing operations
• Review customer prints and specifications to ensure accuracy and manufacturability
• Support quality and inspection teams to verify parts meet required standards
• Participate in departmental rotations including machine operation, part inspection, and shipping
• Document processes, update job travelers, and maintain accurate production records
• Provide general engineering support to production and management as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Interest in hands-on manufacturing and willingness to work directly on the production floor
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Prior exposure to manufacturing or machining environments is a plus but not required

Additional Expectations

• Must be willing to operate CNC machines during training rotations
• Must be comfortable inspecting parts and learning quality processes

Company DescriptionAway Staffing Services is a growing agency that provides permanent manufacturing jobs in the Chicagoland area. We specialize in placing skilled and unskilled workers on the production floors and in the offices of manufacturing companies. We ensure compliance by conducting workplace walkthroughs, criminal background checks, drug tests, and work authorization using E-Verify. We are committed to creating mutually beneficial employment relationships by providing workers with safe working environments and fair wages, and enabling businesses to gain a competitive edge with dedicated, reliable staff.Company DescriptionAway Staffing Services is a growing agency that provides permanent manufacturing jobs in the Chicagoland area. We specialize in placing skilled and unskilled workers on the production floors and in the offices of manufacturing companies. We ensure compliance by conducting workplace walkthroughs, criminal background checks, drug tests, and work authorization using E-Verify. We are committed to creating mutually beneficial employment relationships by providing workers with safe working environments and fair wages, and enabling businesses to gain a competitive edge with dedicated, reliable staff.

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