Job description

Our Companies

WaterSaver Faucet Co. manufactures precision valves and faucets for use in science laboratories. Our sister company, Guardian Equipment, manufactures emergency eyewash and shower equipment for laboratory and industrial applications. Both companies are third-generation family-owned businesses that are the leaders in their respective industries.

Proud To Call Chicago Home

We love Chicago and have always been here. We have two state-of-the-art facilities totaling 200,000 square feet in Chicago. WaterSaver is located at Erie and Halsted Streets in River North, while Guardian is at North Branch and Division Streets on Goose Island. Both companies have gated off-street parking, are close to the Kennedy Expressway (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 and creating opportunities for dedicated employees to grow, advance, and succeed. We promote from within as well as support continuing education, technical training, and skills development. We offer a workplace environment that rewards commitment, talent, and the drive for excellence.

Role & Responsibilities

Due to continuing strong growth in both businesses, we have openings for 2 - 3 product design engineers. These positions 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.

Skills & Qualifications

We require hands-on professionals 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’ work 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 product 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 plan plus dental and vision coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Combined profit-sharing and 401(k) plan with company match.
• Two weeks paid time off (PTO), ten paid holidays, and five days paid sick leave (PSL) per year.

WaterSaver Faucet Co. and Guardian Equipment Inc. are equal opportunity employers, committed to developing and retaining a diverse work force and providing safe and healthy work environments.

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Masks optional for visitors and employees.

Work Location: One location

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