Job description

Our Company

Founded 45 years ago, Guardian Equipment is a worldwide leader in the manufacture of industrial safety equipment. Our products – emergency eyewash and shower equipment – are used to protect workers in the event of a chemical spill or accident. We sell our products all over the world and are the largest player in our industry.

Our goal is total customer satisfaction. We offer our customers superior quality products, the flexibility to deliver customized solutions, responsive service and competitive prices.

Proud To Call Chicago Home

We love Chicago and have always been here. Guardian Equipment's 80,000 square foot headquarters and manufacturing facility are located in a state-of-the-art, LEED-Gold certified building at North Branch and Division Streets in Chicago. We have gated off-street parking, are close to I90 and have easy access to public transportation.

Why You Should Join Our Team

When we say that “our people are our biggest asset”, we mean it. Whatever your career goals are, we believe in developing talent from within. We create opportunities for dedicated employees to grow and advance. We promote from within and support continuing education, technical training and skills development. We reward commitment, talent and the drive for excellence.

Role and Responsibilities

Due to continuing strong growth in our business, we have an opening for a product design engineer. This position will be responsible for executing the full design cycle for new products from conception to implementation. As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, you will also design and implement improvements to existing products. Specific responsibilities include:

• Interact with sales and marketing personnel to conceptualize new products that are responsive to market needs.
• Execute the design of new products by creating 3D models, designing components and assemblies, creating detailed drawings and prototypes, testing, validating, and implementing.
• Troubleshoot existing products to improve performance, durability and manufacturability.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues.
• Manage product testing and certification projects with outside labs and agencies.
• Update product drawings, engineering prints and bills of materials as required.

Qualifications

We require a hands-on professional with initiative, self-confidence, and the ability to think through problems and implement solutions. Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications:

• BS degree in mechanical engineering.
• 1 – 3 years of related experience in product design in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products, AutoCad and SolidWorks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to bring design projects to completion.

Compensation

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary, depending on educational background, skills and experience level.
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plans - HMO and PPO options
• Health Savings Account
• MetLife PPO Dental
• VSP Vision
• Life insurance and short and long-term disability, benefits.
• Combined profit-sharing and 401(k) plan with company match.
• Two (2) weeks paid vacation,
• Ten (10) paid holidays and
• Five (5) paid sick days per year.

Guardian Equipment Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing and retaining a diverse work force and providing a safe and healthy work environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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