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# Design Engineer in Woodridge

- **Company:** Energy Jobline
- **Location:** Woodridge, IL, United States
- **Salary:** $76,009.0 - $100,788.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Autodesk Inventor
- **Published:** October 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/design-engineer-woodridge-31887411

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
 * Experience designing for manufacturing environments (metal, plastics, or industrial production)
 * Hands-on experience with cable and harness components (connectors, contacts, raw cable)
 * Proficiency with CAD tools (Autodesk Inventor or similar)
 * Ability to create accurate drawings, assemblies, and documentation
 * Strong understanding of engineering documentation (BOMs, test procedures, specifications)
 * Proven ability to work on cross-functional technical projects
 * Strong communication skills with the ability to lead technical discussions independently

## Description

Components Express is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Design Engineer II to support the development of custom cable and harness solutions. This role plays a critical part in evaluating design feasibility, developing prototypes, and delivering cost-effective solutions that meet both customer and manufacturing requirements.

This is a highly collaborative position where you'll partner closely with sales, production, and purchasing teams-bringing designs from concept through production.

What You'll Do

 * Evaluate feasibility of cable and harness assembly designs
 * Develop and refine engineering solutions based on customer requirements
 * Create engineering drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs)
 * Identify appropriate materials and components, including connectors, contacts, and cables
 * Build prototypes and support testing requirements and procedures
 * Analyze cost-benefit considerations to ensure efficient, practical solutions
 * Design product packaging and create specification sheets
 * Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, production, and purchasing teams to ensure smooth project execution
 * Support continuous improvement in product design and manufacturability