Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time Mechanical Design Engineer to join our fully onsite team in East Peoria, IL. We offer full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more! If you're looking to grow your career within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 100 company - let's talk!
Position Overview
This entry-level opportunity supports an established design engineering group responsible for components that are foundational to the success of the machines they support. The Mechanical Design Engineer will support a Senior Design Engineer by completing assigned design tasks, with potential for additional responsibility as experience and success in the role are demonstrated. Ideal candidates will bring a genuine interest in mechanical design and a desire to build a long-term career in the field.
Key Contributions & Responsibilities
• Support the Senior Design Engineer by completing assigned design tasks
• Perform concept design and part modeling using Creo
• Conduct stress and life analysis on components
• Take on additional responsibility over time as experience and demonstrated success grow
Education & Experience
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field (e.g., Manufacturing, Automotive) AND
• 2-4 years of relevant experience
Top Skills
• Creo 3D modeling experience specifically (proficiency in another modeling software is not a substitute)
• Ability to read technical drawings and prints
• Mechanical design experience
Additional Technical Skills - Nice to Have
• Proficient in Creo Simulate FEA
• Understanding of basic geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience with steel or iron casting design
• Knowledge of APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)
• Practical, hands-on experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude
Soft Skills - Required
• Strong initiative
• Effective verbal and written communicator
• Able to manage individual tasks to meet deadlines
• Open to input and feedback from others
• Works well with other engineers, suppliers, and internal process partners
• Eagerness to learn new things