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Mechanical Designer

  • Mechanical Designer job type Posted on: Nov 07, 2026
  • Mechanical Designer experience level The Judge Group
  • Mechanical Designer employment type McHenry, Illinois
  • Mechanical Designer employment type Onsite
  • Mechanical Designer salary Full-time

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Job Title :

Mechanical Designer

Job Type :

Full-Time

Job Location :

McHenry Illinois United States

Remote :

No

Jobcon Logo Job Description :

Mechanical DesignerAbout the OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to join our team and help shape the next generation of innovative hardware products. This is a highly collaborative role where you will take concepts from initial sketches through production, partnering closely with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to create functional, manufacturable, and visually compelling solutions.The ideal candidate combines exceptional design aesthetics with strong technical expertise in manufacturing, prototyping, and product development.What You'll DoLead industrial design efforts from concept development through productionCreate compelling product concepts through sketching, ideation, and visualizationDevelop detailed 3D CAD models and product specificationsProduce high-quality renderings with realistic materials, textures, and lightingDefine color, material, and finish (CMF) strategies across product linesCollaborate with product architects, mechanical engineers, and cross-functional teams to establish cohesive product form languageBuild and evaluate mockups, prototypes, and proof-of-concept modelsIncorporate manufacturing requirements and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles into product developmentParticipate in design reviews, critiques, and stakeholder presentationsWork directly with suppliers, manufacturers, and external partners to support product realizationManage multiple design projects in a fast-paced environmentRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related discipline7+ years of professional industrial or product design experienceStrong portfolio demonstrating excellence in product design, visualization, prototyping, and production-ready solutionsExpertise in one or more industry-standard modeling and rendering tools, including:SolidWorksRhinoNXKeyShotCinema 4D (C4D)Deep understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM)Exceptional sketching, concept development, and visual communication skillsExperience taking physical products from concept through productionStrong communication and presentation skillsProven ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, marketing, and business teamsPreferred QualificationsExperience designing products within defense, aerospace, robotics, industrial equipment, or advanced hardware environmentsUnderstanding of military applications and ruggedized product developmentExperience working with sheet metal, plastics, machined components, and complex assembliesFamiliarity with supplier management and manufacturing partnershipsHands-on prototype fabrication and testing experienceWhat We're Looking ForA highly creative designer who can balance aesthetics, usability, and manufacturabilityA self-starter capable of driving projects independentlyA collaborative team player who thrives in a multidisciplinary environmentSomeone passionate about bringing innovative hardware products to lifeAdditional RequirementsAbility to work onsite at company headquartersMust qualify as a U.S. Person due to access requirements associated with export-controlled information and facilitiesWhy Join Us?You'll have the opportunity to work on challenging, real-world products that demand both creativity and technical excellence. You'll collaborate with talented teams, influence product direction, and help deliver innovative solutions from concept to reality.Apply today by submitting your resume and portfolio showcasing your Mechanical design work and product development experience.

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Posted:

Nov 07, 2026

Reference Number:

10440_4486769163

Employment:

Full-time

City:

McHenry

Job Origin:

APPCAST_CPC

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Mechanical DesignerAbout the OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to join our team and help shape the next generation of innovative hardware products. This is a highly collaborative role where you will take concepts from initial sketches through production, partnering closely with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to create functional, manufacturable, and visually compelling solutions.The ideal candidate combines exceptional design aesthetics with strong technical expertise in manufacturing, prototyping, and product development.What You'll DoLead industrial design efforts from concept development through productionCreate compelling product concepts through sketching, ideation, and visualizationDevelop detailed 3D CAD models and product specificationsProduce high-quality renderings with realistic materials, textures, and lightingDefine color, material, and finish (CMF) strategies across product linesCollaborate with product architects, mechanical engineers, and cross-functional teams to establish cohesive product form languageBuild and evaluate mockups, prototypes, and proof-of-concept modelsIncorporate manufacturing requirements and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles into product developmentParticipate in design reviews, critiques, and stakeholder presentationsWork directly with suppliers, manufacturers, and external partners to support product realizationManage multiple design projects in a fast-paced environmentRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related discipline7+ years of professional industrial or product design experienceStrong portfolio demonstrating excellence in product design, visualization, prototyping, and production-ready solutionsExpertise in one or more industry-standard modeling and rendering tools, including:SolidWorksRhinoNXKeyShotCinema 4D (C4D)Deep understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM)Exceptional sketching, concept development, and visual communication skillsExperience taking physical products from concept through productionStrong communication and presentation skillsProven ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, marketing, and business teamsPreferred QualificationsExperience designing products within defense, aerospace, robotics, industrial equipment, or advanced hardware environmentsUnderstanding of military applications and ruggedized product developmentExperience working with sheet metal, plastics, machined components, and complex assembliesFamiliarity with supplier management and manufacturing partnershipsHands-on prototype fabrication and testing experienceWhat We're Looking ForA highly creative designer who can balance aesthetics, usability, and manufacturabilityA self-starter capable of driving projects independentlyA collaborative team player who thrives in a multidisciplinary environmentSomeone passionate about bringing innovative hardware products to lifeAdditional RequirementsAbility to work onsite at company headquartersMust qualify as a U.S. Person due to access requirements associated with export-controlled information and facilitiesWhy Join Us?You'll have the opportunity to work on challenging, real-world products that demand both creativity and technical excellence. You'll collaborate with talented teams, influence product direction, and help deliver innovative solutions from concept to reality.Apply today by submitting your resume and portfolio showcasing your Mechanical design work and product development experience.

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