Company
Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc.
Job Description
Build the Future of Manufacturing
Are you an early-career engineer who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and working hands-on in a manufacturing environment? We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I to support automation, process improvement, and production efficiency initiatives at our Libertyville facility.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to automation, mechanical design, supplier collaboration, and continuous improvement while making a measurable impact on operations.
What You’ll Do
- Support daily production operations and troubleshoot process challenges
- Assist with automation design, development, and implementation
- Develop and refine manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, and efficiency
- Create technical drawings and support reverse engineering projects
- Identify improvement opportunities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Write clear work instructions to transfer processes from Engineering to Production
- Partner with cross-functional teams and external suppliers on product and process development
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field OR Associate degree in a manufacturing-related field with relevant experience
- 0–3 years of mechanical design or manufacturing experience
- Working knowledge of SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
- Understanding of engineering fundamentals and ability to apply them in a manufacturing setting
- Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude
- Ability to prioritize projects and drive work to completion
- Experience working collaboratively in team environments
Preferred
- Exposure to FEA, CFD, or CAE tools
- Familiarity with drawings, specifications, and dimensional tolerances
Why Join Us
- Hands-on engineering experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment
- Exposure to automation and advanced manufacturing technologies
- Opportunity to grow your technical skillset and career
- Collaborative team culture focused on continuous improvement
Work Environment
This role operates in both office and manufacturing floor settings and is considered a safety-sensitive position.
If you’re ready to launch your engineering career in a role that combines design, production support, and process innovation, we encourage you to apply.
The salary range for this position is $64,896-$81,120. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status
Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email MCA-MBX_accomodations@m-chem.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information
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