• Design Engineer

    AGI (Naperville, IL)


    Description

    Position Title: Design Engineer

     

    Compensation Range: $75,000-95,000 USD (based on experience)

     

    Department: Global Product Management – Permanent Handling

     

    About AGI

     

    AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 4,200 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.

     

    The Opportunity

     

    The Design Engineer role is responsible for the design of manufactured products, with an emphasis on grain conditioning and drying equipment.

     

    The Team

     

    The role will report directly to the Engineering Manager.

    Responsibilities

    + Generate, evaluate, and analyze design concepts utilizing a fact-based approach.

    + Develop detailed models, drawings, and specifications for mechanical equipment, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment.

    + Prototype and test design concepts.

    + Work with engineering and manufacturing team members and with customers to design and layout detail components and systems and to resolve design or other problems.

    + Compute mathematical formulas to develop and design detailed specifications for components or machinery using computer-assisted equipment.

    + Modify and revise designs to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce production problems.

    + Interface with customers and customer service representatives to assist with troubleshooting, plan for projects, and gather feedback.

    + Layout, draw, and reproduce illustrations for reference manuals and technical publications to describe operation and maintenance of mechanical systems.

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or similar (preferred). Minimum Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.

    + 2 years’ related experience preferred.

    + Proficiency with 3D modelling (Autodesk Inventor preferred).

    + Drafting and design skills with metal fabrication. A plus if experience in material handling equipment and grain systems.

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

    + Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems

    + Ability to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 5-10% of the time

     

    Why AGI?

    We’re leading the way in global food supply chain solutions and here’s how:

    We’re the leading global expert in providing farmers, processors and commercial customers with the right equipment and customized engineering solutions to produce, protect and deliver the world’s grain, fertilizer, seed, feed and food supplies. Dedicated to safety, innovation and customization, AGI offers one of the largest catalogs of equipment and full-service planning and engineering services for the storage, blending, mixing, conveying, conditioning, and processing of agricultural products worldwide. Supported by an extensive in-country sales and service team, AGI provides a global distribution network and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, France, and Italy.

     

    Our Culture

     

    Safety and teamwork are the cornerstones of our global culture. In all aspects of our business, diverse and inclusive teams work together to deliver quality products, solutions, and services for our customers around the world.

    Benefits offered

    + Paid Time Off

    + Medical

    + Dental

    + Vision

    + Life and AD&D

    + Short Term Disability

    + Long Term Disability

    + Voluntary Life Insurance

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Health Spending Accounts

    + 401k with match

    + Employee Stock Purchase Plan with match

     

    With AGI, you’re choosing an employer dedicated to strengthening and securing the global food supply chain.

     

    AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

     

    Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer

     

    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

     

    For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.