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Mechanical Engineer – Custom Switchgear & Power Distribution Solutions

**Location:** Elmhurst IL

About the Position:

Join an innovative team at the forefront of custom switchgear and power distribution system design. We’re seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to drive the design, development, and production of sheet metal enclosures, panel layouts, and mechanical systems for low- and medium-voltage assemblies.

Be part of a collaborative, cross-functional environment and make a lasting impact on projects for industrial, commercial, and utility end-users.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Design custom sheet metal enclosures and mechanical assemblies for low- and medium-voltage switchgear applications.

+ Develop detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD.

+ Work closely with electrical engineers and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless product integration and optimal performance.

+ Perform tolerance analyses, thermal evaluations, and structural assessments of designs.

+ Maintain thorough engineering documentation, including BOMs, revision history, and design updates.

+ Drive initiatives for cost reduction, enhanced manufacturability, and product performance improvements.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

+ 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably with electrical equipment, switchboards, or switchgear manufacturing.

+ Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

+ Expertise in sheet metal design, enclosure fabrication, thermal management, and support for manufacturing processes.

+ Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly ® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.