Mechanical Engineer

at Robbins HDD LLC in Lake Zurich, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Robbins HDD, LLC (Lake Zurich, IL) seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, evaluate, and improve mechanical components and systems used in horizontal directional drilling

(HDD) equipment and related heavy machinery. Specific Duties:

• Design and develop metal structural units, mechanical assemblies, and system components for horizontal directional drilling (HDD) machines and related equipment.

• Perform engineering calculations, stress analysis, tolerance analysis, and structural evaluation to confirm performance and safety.

• Prepare detailed CAD models, engineering drawings, blueprints, bills of materials, and specifications for manufacturing and assembly.

• Evaluate materials, fabrication processes, and welding applications to ensure durability, quality, and cost efficiency.

• Participate in prototype development, mechanical testing, and design validation.

• Support the installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of mechanical systems, ensuring proper functioning.

• Identify mechanical issues, diagnose failures, and recommend engineering modifications and design improvements.

• Coordinate with production, welding, electrical, and quality teams to support manufacturing and ensure adherence to specifications.

• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, safety regulations, and company procedures.

• Prepare engineering reports, documentation, and engineering change records as needed.

Special Requirements:

Must have experience in each of the following: 1) Designing mechanical components or structural assemblies for drilling systems heavy machinery, or industrial equipment; 2) Engineering design using Autodesk Inventor; 3) Performing engineering calculations, including theoretical calculations of steel loads, structural stresses, and performance tolerances; 4) Knowledge of horizontal or vertical drilling processes.

Required: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Welding Engineering or a closely related engineering field, or foreign equivalent; 12 months of experience as a Mechanical Engineer or Welding Engineer.

Job location: 1221 Flex Ct, Lake Zurich, IL, 60047 (Lake County)

FT. Salary $73,341/yr. Apply: info@unihdd.com