Full-Time Manufacturing Engineer, Solidworks

Summary:

iCONN Systems, LLC manufactures connectors, cable assemblies, and value-added turnkey products with facilities in North America and Southeast Asia, serving global markets. Our management team has extensive connector/cable assembly experience, with over 100 years, to benefit our customers. iCONN focuses on engineered solutions that provide our customers with high-quality, cost-effective designs for their specific applications, backed by superior customer service.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a hands-on, driven individual to join our team as a Manufacturing Engineer. This position supports lean manufacturing initiatives in our electrical connector and cable assembly operations, with opportunities to gain real-world, hands-on experience in engineering, tooling, and continuous improvement.

Whether you’re just starting your career or still completing your degree, we’re looking for someone passionate about learning and eager to grow in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role will also serve as the primary backup to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager.

Reports To: Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Location: Lombard, IL
Industry: Electrical Connectors / Custom Cable Assemblies / Over molding

Key Responsibilities:

• Capture and analyze cycle times across manufacturing processes to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
• Lead or assist with lean manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, waste elimination, and process standardization.
• Lead or support the design of production tooling and fixturing to enable efficient, safe, and repeatable operations.
• Evaluate tooling needs, organize tooling storage, and collaborate with vendors on tool sourcing.
• Develop or purchase prototype tooling for production trials or new processes.
• Document tooling with prints, models, and revisions to ensure traceability.
• Support prototyping efforts using 3D printing and basic machining (manual and CNC).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product introduction (NPI) and process improvement.
• Support the development of work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Participate in Engineering Design Requests (EDRs), New Product Releases (RELs), and Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs).
• Assist with various manufacturing engineering tasks and act as a backup to the manager.

Preferred Skills & Knowledge (preferred but not required):

• Familiarity with automation/controls (e.g., PLC basics) is a plus.
• Experience with data tools like Power BI, Power Query, or SQL is a plus.
• CAD experience (e.g., SolidWorks) — willing to train the right candidate.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering is preferred but not required.
• Students currently pursuing an engineering degree or individuals with relevant hands-on experience are encouraged to apply.
• 0–2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (especially in connectors, cable assemblies, or over molding).
• Curiosity, a positive attitude, and a strong desire to learn and grow within the field of manufacturing engineering.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Summary of Benefits:

• Tuition Assistance.
• Retirement Savings Plan. 401K Plan
• Paid Time Off. Vacation, Paid Leave for all Workers, Short Term Disability.
• Medical Coverage. You will have the option to participate in iCONN’s medical insurance program. A section 125 flexible spending program is available.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance. At no cost to you, the Company provides a benefit equal to two times your base salary.
• Long-Term Disability – At no cost to you, the company provides income protection in the event of a personal disability.

Salary Range:

• $45,000 to $75,000.

At iCONN Systems we value innovation, precision, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional quality products to our clients.

We are iCONN Systems, a fast growing custom cable and connector manufacturing company in the western suburbs of Chicago (Lombard, IL) and we are seeking qualified candidates to fill our wide range of positions.

This position requires experience in CAD software, particularly SolidWorks. Consider Design-Engine’s training courses for further development.

SOLIDWORKS Training Courses

TO APPLY: please go to: www.iconnsystems.com/team-careers or contact Graciela Hernandez: [email protected] P:630-827-6000 x220 or Filip Bednarz: [email protected]