Engineering Applications Of Artificial Intelligence Jobs in Wheaton, IL

You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world-class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment.

When you join Design Group as a Project Manager, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world's leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will join our Architecture/Engineering Process Practice and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.

You'll work individually and in teams to support capital projects and implement solutions for our clients. Together, you will help our clients make critical changes to improve their performance and realize their most important goals.

Manage facility MEP design build and design build projects for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, advanced technology (semi-conductor), food & beverage, and industrial operations

Work with engineers, architects, designers, and other technical professionals in the office and at project sites

Lead project execution and design through the entire project life cycle, from concept to construction to start-up activities

Oversee the preparation of plans, specifications, and contract documents

Manage project timelines, budgets, scopes, changes, and risk

Proactively and collaboratively solve design problems

Evaluate project progress and adjust critical path for scope completion and budget adherence

Manage client communications and expectations

Coordinate with local authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs); ensure compliance with building codes

Interface with the construction manager and site manager to resolve design coordination and constructability issues; assist with value engineering efforts

Prepare proposals and participate in sales presentations

Make an impact day-to-day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and team

A minimum of ten years of relevant project management and engineering experience executing capital projects covering design development and coordination, specifications development, cost estimation, budget management, change control management, plan check and permit acquisition, creation of construction and contract documents, CQV, and construction administration

Experience with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device projects (preferred)

A working knowledge of a broad range of engineering disciplines including civil/site work, structural, architectural, mechanical systems (refrigeration, chillers, cooling towers, boilers, hot water, domestic water, compressed air, plumbing, HVAC), and electrical power distribution

Plant engineering experience (preferred)

Project execution experience of projects within an A/E/C design firm

Experience with facility utility design projects for manufacturing and distribution clients

The ability to execute presentations, manage client relationships, and successfully interact with team members

Solid computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Project

A willingness to travel for project requirements including installation and start-up activities, client and company sponsored meetings, trainings, industry related seminars, forums, and conventions

A Bachelor of Science in mechanical, civil, structural, or architectural engineering

A professional engineer (PE) licensure or a registered architect (RA) licensure (preferred)

Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As a Project Manager, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world-class engineer and a highly effective leader.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

Company: Design Group

Company Description

EllisLudell, headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, has been a leader in the industrial laundry sector since 1898, offering cutting-edge equipment and solutions. Known for their expert engineering, they design advanced machinery such as Sideloader Washer/Extractor and WHISPERDRYer and provide innovative systems like the Uptime Intelligent Machine Management platform. Focused on sustainability, Ellis develops products that minimize water and energy consumption, reducing costs and environmental impact. With clients in industries such as healthcare, hospitality, and food processing, Ellis specializes in delivering customized solutions that enhance performance and efficiency. Their commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship solidifies their leadership in the industrial laundry industry.

Role Description

At EllisLudell, our Buyers don’t just place orders — they help keep production moving.

We design and manufacture engineered-to-order industrial laundry and water treatment systems used across North America. Every machine we build is different. Every project has a schedule. And every late part has the potential to delay customer shipments.

We’re looking for a mid-level Buyer who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys solving real problems — working directly with Engineering, Production, Customer Service, and suppliers to make sure materials arrive when they’re needed.

If you’ve ever found yourself chasing down a critical component so a build doesn’t stall… this might be the role for you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Issue purchase orders for mechanical, electrical, and fabricated components based on engineering BOMs and production schedules
• Monitor open orders and proactively follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery
• Expedite late or critical materials to prevent production delays
• Communicate delivery risks or supply disruptions to internal stakeholders
• Collaborate with Engineering regarding design changes and part revisions
• Work with Production and Customer Service to align material availability with build schedules
• Participate in production meetings as needed
• Engage directly with shop floor personnel to identify and resolve material shortages
• Maintain purchasing data in ERP system
• Support vendor communication regarding order status, lead times, and pricing updates
• Identify opportunities to improve planning and reduce reactive expediting
• Participate in occasional supplier visits, particularly during onboarding or when addressing delivery/quality concerns

Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience working within an ERP system
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Effective communication skills across departments and with suppliers

Preferred (But Not Required)

• Experience in engineered-to-order or custom equipment manufacturing
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings or BOMs
• Experience purchasing mechanical or electrical components
• Exposure to supplier performance management or vendor negotiation
• APICS certification or similar supply chain training

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $70,000 – $90,000 annually (based on experience)
• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Company holidays

Director of Manufacturing Operations

Location: Hybrid / On-site (as required)

Reports to: COO

The Director of Manufacturing Operations is responsible for end-to-end manufacturing execution and scale for DeNova Detect’s life-safety product portfolio. This role ensures that products are built safely, on time, on cost, and in compliance, while building a resilient manufacturing ecosystem capable of supporting rapid growth across retail, commercial, utility, and legislative-driven demand.

This leader serves as the operational bridge between engineering, supply chain, quality, regulatory, and commercial teams, translating product strategy into reliable, scalable production.

Core Responsibilities

Manufacturing & Production Leadership

• Own global manufacturing strategy across internal and contract manufacturing partners
• Establish and manage production plans aligned with sales forecasts and launch timelines
• Ensure consistent achievement of cost, quality, delivery, and yield targets
• Lead capacity planning to support demand surges driven by retail promotions, legislation, or national media exposure
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies

Contract Manufacturer & Supplier Management

• Select, onboard, and manage contract manufacturers (CMs) and key component suppliers
• Negotiate manufacturing agreements, pricing, lead times, and service-level expectations
• Implement performance scorecards for CMs and suppliers (OTIF, quality, cost, responsiveness)
• Conduct regular audits and business reviews to ensure compliance and risk mitigation

Quality, Compliance & Regulatory Readiness

• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with all applicable standards and certifications, including:
• UL /ETL (as applicable)
• State and federal life-safety regulations
• Partner with internal teams to support certifications, audits, and change control
• Ensure all NCE Quality Control metrics are met or exceeded
• Implement continuous improvement process for quality and manufacturing
• Own manufacturing-related corrective actions (CAPAs), root cause analysis, and preventive controls

New Product Introduction (NPI) & Scale-Up

• Lead manufacturing readiness for new product introductions from pilot builds through mass production
• Partner with Engineering on DFM/DFA, tooling decisions, and test strategies
• Establish production validation, ramp-up plans, and early yield stabilization

Cost Management & Margin Expansion

• Drive COGS reduction initiatives without compromising safety or quality
• Optimize labor, materials, tooling, and logistics costs
• Support margin expansion initiatives tied to volume growth and supplier consolidation

Risk Management & Business Continuity

• Identify and mitigate manufacturing risks (single-source suppliers, geopolitical risk, capacity constraints)
• Develop contingency plans for supply disruptions, demand spikes, or quality events
• Support inventory strategy decisions in collaboration with Supply Chain and Finance

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as a key operational voice in executive planning and growth discussions
• Collaborate closely with our Japan Engineering Team, Sales and Marketing

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in:
• Consumer electronics
• Life-safety, IoT, or regulated hardware products
• Proven experience managing contract manufacturers and global supply partners
• Strong working knowledge of regulated manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated success scaling production in high-growth environments

Preferred

• MBA or advanced degree
• Experience with UL-listed or safety-critical products
• Lean Six Sigma certification
• Experience supporting national retail or utility-driven distribution models

This role is critical to DeNova Detect’s ability to save lives at scale. As demand grows through retail expansion, legislative adoption, and national awareness campaigns, the Director of Manufacturing Operations ensures that every product shipped meets the company’s promise of safety, reliability, and trust.

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Reporting into the EVP/COO Enesco, the Director of Logistics will lead and optimize operations by focusing on managing inbound and outbound logistics, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness while maintaining high service levels. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with brokerage services, contract negotiation, customs processes, and distribution center interactions.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and optimize the flow of goods from suppliers to distribution centers and from distribution centers to retail locations.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of products, minimizing delays and disruptions.
• Leverage brokerage services to facilitate efficient transportation solutions.
• Evaluate and select appropriate service providers based on performance metrics.
• Negotiate contracts and freight rates with carriers and service providers.
• Monitor market trends to secure favorable terms and conditions.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and manage customs documentation.
• Collaborate with customs brokers to facilitate smooth cross-border shipments.
• Coordinate with distribution centers to ensure alignment with logistics strategies.
• Implement best practices for inventory management and order fulfillment.
• Oversee the order management process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with sales and operations teams to forecast demand and manage inventory levels.
• Establish and maintain transloading and cross-docking initiatives to enhance logistics efficiency.
• Analyze and report on project performance, make adjustments as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in logistics management within a retail/wholesale environment.
• Proven expertise in inbound and outbound logistics, brokerage services, and customs processes.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of managing freight rates and contracts.
• Experience with order management systems and processes.
• Familiarity with transloading and cross-docking projects.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ad Populum Offers:

• Opportunity to shape the future of a growing company
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

The salary on offer for this hybrid position will be $150,000.00 per year.

Ad Populum LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

ABOUT AD POPULUM: Ad Populum aligns corporate strategy and fosters growth across its diverse portfolio of legendary brands, including: NECA, the industry leader in pop culture action figures and collectibles, Rubies, the #1 costumes company in the world, Enesco, known for Department 56, a top purveyor of holiday décor, Kidrobot, a globally recognized, premier creator of limited edition art toys, plush and lifestyle accessories, WizKids, a top producer of miniatures and award winning table top games worldwide, JEI, the creators of American icons such as the Chia Pet and Clapper, ExKaliber, an esteemed collective of Amazon brands that ranks among the top 150 Amazon sellers globally, Graceland, Rock n Roll’s top destination and #1 music attraction in the world, Smiffys, a leading global innovator in fancy dress, Halloween and Carnival manufacturing since 1894, and Party City, the global leader in the celebrations industry helping tens of millions of people create unforgettable memories.

Comprised of three wholly-owned business subsidiaries, Enesco is a global leader in the gift, home décor, collectible and accessory industries. Well-known for its Enesco Gift and Department 56 operating businesses, Enesco specializes in designing, manufacturing, marketing, and distributing high-quality contemporary gifts, home accessories, and collectibles to celebrate every occasion and recipient. Enesco Gift and Department 56 customers include large department store chains, mass market channels, online third-party e-tailers, end-consumers, home décor boutiques, and specialty card and gift retailers in over 50 countries. Working with its own sales teams and global distributors, Enesco serves markets in the United States, Europe, Asia, the Americas, and Australia.

Overview:

Establishes, manages, reviews and maintains production schedules for assigned work center to ensure that the master production schedule is being executed. Analyze work center loads for effective capacity planning, and also ensure accurate inventories by effectively addressing any labor reporting issues. Manage the production meetings and handle inquiries from the sales team. Maintains and reviews shop dispatch list, ensuring completion of manufacturing to meet customer shipping requirements. Answer related inquiries for all levels of the organization. Manage local 3rd party manufacturing suppliers including coordinating and arranging for outsourced work required to complete work requirements. Update and maintain the bills of materials and work requirements within our ERP system. This position has a close working relationship with Sales and Engineering. Guidance may be provided on possible sources of information and methods to complete tasks. Able to meet deadlines and exercise judgment regarding related items.

Core Responsibilities:

• Daily analysis, planning, and review of work center capacity based on requirements loaded by Sales and Master Scheduler.
• Maintain and review dispatch lists targeting customer promise delivery dates.
• Effective sequencing of jobs, processes and assignments to the production floor and interface with shop floor supervisor.
• Communicate with customer service on status of sales orders and estimated completion. Ensure information needed for labeling of finished goods is accurate and correct
• Participate in production meetings and monitor any potential production issues or needs.
• Implement material substitutions as needed, coordinating these with purchasing to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Audit of inventory data as compared to packing slips from material receipts. Corrective action implementation based on issues found.
• Maintain effective communications with internal customers regarding inventory accuracy, engineering changes and shop order closeouts.
• Maintain current knowledge for this position and within the work area through continuing education, subscriptions, certifications, and memberships.
• Participate in related staff, team and/or task group meetings to ensure the continuous improvement of processes, methods, productivity and quality, while reducing costs. Participate in in-house training programs.
• Ensure that all operations are within established guidelines and conform to health and safety standards.
• Conduct a continuous study of internal processed and methods, research new technology and develop proposals for application of such technology for the purposes of cost reduction and process improvement.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree with 4-7 years of progressively responsible, directly related experience; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these. Accuracy is essential to this position.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability (including physical) required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must possess the ability to read, analyze and interpret business and technical documents, flow charts, budget information, procedure manuals and so on; the ability to prepare required routine reports and correspondence; ability to communicate effectively with others, using skill and diplomacy and have the ability to work with all levels of the organization.
• Requires the ability to work within established health, safety and quality guidelines and the ability to organize the workload and meet deadlines.
• Must possess knowledge and experience in automated systems and terminology and the ability to develop and interpret related reports using spreadsheet, word processing and graphics software. Requires the ability to operate a variety of standard business machines, such as a computer and keyboard, a calculator, telephone, FAX, photocopier and so on.
• Must possess the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, using whole numbers/decimals and the ability to apply concepts of business math to practical situations and dimensions to production.
• Must possess the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram format. Must possess strong knowledge, understanding and experience in various problem-solving and participatory management techniques.
• Requires the ability to operate a variety of standard business machines, such as a computer and keyboard, a calculator, telephone, FAX, photocopier and so on.
• Must possess the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, using whole numbers/decimals and the ability to apply concepts of business math to practical situations and dimensions to production.
• Must possess the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram format. Must possess strong knowledge, understanding and experience in various problem-solving and participatory management techniques.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The Assurance Experienced Senior will be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day \"in-charge\" duties of planning, fieldwork, and \"wrap-up\" to include the preparing of financial statements with disclosures, applying most areas of GAAP as necessary and documenting, validating, testing, and assessing various control systems. This position is also responsible for acting as the client contact for basic questions and information and may be involved in reviews and agreed-upon procedure engagements.

Control Environment

• Applies knowledge and understanding of the collective effect of various factors on establishing or enhancing effectiveness, or mitigating the risks, of specific policies and procedures.
• As Auditor in charge is responsible to the engagement manager for the day-to-day conduct of the audit work and in particular for ensuring that the field work is executed and completed as planned, in accordance with timetable, with Firm's policies and procedures and to budget
• Applies knowledge of transactional flow and key transactional cycles to complete audit work
• Documents, validates, and assesses effectiveness of internal control system
• Determines and communicates improvements to client internal controls and accounting procedures
• Supervise the work of audit staff and review workpapers and conclusions and explaining any shortcomings to them

GAAP

• Applies knowledge and understanding of governing principles; applying these principles to client transactions; and documenting and communicating an understanding and application of these principles.
• Understand and effectively communicate financial statement disclosure requirements to clients
• Identifies and applies new pronouncements to client situations
• Identifies, analyzes, and discusses alternative generally accepted accounting principles for the client, when necessary, with the Manager, Senior Manager and engagement partner
• Identifies complex accounting issues and brings them to the attention of superiors for resolution

SEC and PCAOB

• Applies knowledge and understanding of SEC regulations and PCAOB guidelines, and documents and communicates the application of these principles.
• Reads and reviews clients' SEC filings, ensuring accuracy and completeness, and also ensuring all financial information is supported in the workpapers and appropriately tested
• Prepares required communications to the Client and the Audit Committee
• Plans and executes Section 404 internal control audit including obtaining an understanding of the control environment, designing test plans, evaluating deficiencies, and assessing the overall financial reporting control environment.

GAAS

• Applies knowledge and understanding of professional standards; application of the principles contained in professional standards; and the ability to document and communicate an understanding and application of professional standards on an engagement.
• Formulates and communicates the audit plan
• Applies GAAS to a variety of complex issues and consults others as appropriate
• Applies of audit skepticism and determines when to reduce or expand testing
• Uses BDO audit manuals as appropriate for the situation
• Documents deviations from BDO policy with approval
• Look for opportunities to suggest improvement to company's internal controls and prepare draft communication required by professional standards.

Methodology

• Applies knowledge and application of BDO standards that guide effective and efficient delivery of quality services and products.
• Applies BDO audit approach and methodologies, including tools and technology, to execute the audit with quality, efficiency, and completeness despite pressures of deadlines
• Identifies and proposes outcomes to critical issues

Research

• Applies methodology used to seek or maintain information from authoritative sources and to draw conclusions regarding a target issue based on that information.
• Applies knowledge of the use of internal and external research tools and selects methodology for routine research requests
• Researches more complex areas of accounting and forms an initial opinion on the correct treatment independently and considers and documents the impact on the client and audit engagement
• Documents and organizes complicated findings in a usable format, based on information obtained from Accounting Research Manager, BDO Assurance Manual, Yahoo Finance, etc.
• Assist the engagement manager with gathering sufficient appropriate information about the business and information system, including the accounting system, to form an adequate basis for the preparation of the audit strategy

Project Management

• Coordinate timing of planning, fieldwork, and review with audit team and client and assist engagement executives in developing the audit engagement budget and identify appropriate resources.
• Develop the draft Audit Engagement Planning Memorandum, audit programs and budgets
• Establish with the engagement manager the responsibilities of individual audit staff for specific areas of audit work
• Monitor and report engagement budget to actual and advise engagement executives of possible overruns

Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise a team of audit professionals ranging in size from 1 to 5
• Provide verbal and written performance feedback to associates
• Teach/coach associates to provide on the job learning

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics, required OR Bachelor's degree in other focus area and CPA certification, required Master's degree in Accountancy, preferred

Experience:

• Three (3) or more years of prior relevant audit experience and/or public accounting, private industry accounting or consulting/professional services experience, required
• Prior basic supervisory experience, preferred

License/Certifications:

• Eligible to sit for the CPA exams upon starting employment, required, and actively pursuing completion of the exams, required
• CPA, preferred

Software:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, preferred
• Experience with assurance applications and research tools, preferred

Language:

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Possess proven solid verbal and written communication skills
• Possess people development and delegation skills
• Possess executive presence - needs to be able to be primary contact for the client
• Ability to \"in-charge\" all stages of the audit, including planning, fieldwork, and \"wrap-up\"
• Ability to perform the completion of an audit of a complex company
• Ability to prepare and/or review financial statements with disclosures in accordance with GAAP requirements.

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

California Range: $95,000 - $130,000 Cleveland, Ohio Range: $80,000 - $92,000 Colorado Range: $80,000 - $105,000 Illinois Range: $85,000 - $100,000 Maryland Range: $92,000 - $110,000 Minnesota Range: $80,000 - $92,000 New Jersey Range: $96,000 - $103,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $80,000 - $115,000 Washington Range: $80,000 - $105,000 Washington DC Range: $92,000 - $110,000