Design Engineer

Full-time - Entry Level

Batavia, IL

About the position

Randal Retail Group is a retail fixture manufacturer and due to continuing growth in our business, we’re looking for a junior position in our engineering department. This position will provide engineering support for all phases of our product manufacturing process. A strong desire to learn is very important; we’re constantly evolving as a company, and we design and manufacture unique fixtures, with a fantastic culture and amazing team of people. Experience with CNC routers would be helpful. Problem-solving and the ability to work autonomously and also as a team is critical. We offer a workplace environment that rewards commitment, and the drive for excellence. If you are interested in joining our team, please forward your resume.

Responsibilities

• Create and edit 2D and 3D product drawings and layouts using AutoCAD
• Collaborate and coordinate with project managers to resolve discrepancies and complete projects
• Design and engineer complex fixtures utilizing custom hardware, and different materials
• Review drawings to ensure adherence to established standards
• Make and review shop drawings for manufacturing
• Produce machine code from product drawings

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Drafting and Design is preferred but will consider relevant experience in lieu of degree
• Resourceful, engineering savvy, able to quickly contort to new guidelines and be open to new points of view, new information, and new ideas
• Must be a team player/work well with others
• Proficient in 3D AutoCAD
• Ability to visualize concepts and articulate ideas well
• Must be able to read and process measurements, blueprints, directions, instructions, and manuals etc.
• Very good organization skills
• Experience in a similar field such as cabinetry or millwork is a plus

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with CNC routers
• Microvellum software knowledge is a plus

Benefits

• Benefits package
• Company matched IRA plan
• Up to 5 weeks paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Summer hours
• Company sponsored group outings