Engineering Jobs in Norridge Illinois

Position Overview

The IT Network Engineer at Spotless Brands ("Company") serves as the primary technical owner of our enterprise network architecture across all car wash locations, data centers, cloud services and corporate offices. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, securing, and operating a highly available, scalable, and cost-effective network that supports Point-Of-Sale systems, wash equipment, IoT devices, video systems, guest Wi-Fi, and corporate applications.

This is a hands-on, design-authority role. You will define standards, lead network strategy, and be the escalation point for complex network issues in a geographically distributed, business-critical environment where uptime directly impacts revenue. This role will support our cyber security capabilities and partner with vendors to ensure data and mobile career performance and availability.

This role will be the leader for delivering network services and join an exciting, growing company. You will make a difference in our business and we will invest in you to grow your career!

Key Responsibilities

Network Architecture and Deployment

• Design, implement, and support LAN, WAN, VPN, SD‑WAN, and wireless networks across corporate and retail locations
• Configure and maintain routing, switching, VLAN segmentation, and WAN connectivity
• Support onboarding and integration of newly acquired locations
• Implement scalable network designs aligned with Spotless Brands’ growth strategy
• Retail and Field Network Support
• Ensure reliable connectivity for POS systems, payment processing, tunnel controllers, license plate recognition, video and IoT water monitoring devices
• Support retail uptime requirements and minimize business disruption
• Work with Field IT teams and vendors to deploy network infrastructure at new and existing sites
• Cloud and Hybrid Networking
• Support Azure networking including VNets, VPN Gateway, private endpoints, and hybrid connectivity
• Maintain secure connectivity between on‑premise infrastructure and Azure cloud services
• Support SaaS integrations and secure internet access for distributed locations
• Network Security
• Configure and manage firewall platforms
• Implement network segmentation, VPN access, and secure remote connectivity
• Support cybersecurity initiatives aligned with NIST Cybersecurity Framework and PCI requirements
• Assist with vulnerability remediation and incident response
• Operations and Monitoring
• Monitor network performance, availability, and reliability across all sites
• Troubleshoot and resolve network outages, latency issues, and connectivity failures
• Maintain network diagrams, configurations, and documentation
• Participate in on‑call support rotation
• Vendor and Project Support
• Work with ISPs, managed service providers, and hardware vendors
• Support infrastructure upgrades, cloud migration initiatives, and SD‑WAN rollout
• Participate in technology evaluation and architecture planning

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5–10 years of enterprise network engineering experience
• Experience supporting distributed, multi‑site environments
• Strong experience with routing, switching, and firewall configuration
• Experience with enterprise wireless networks
• Experience with VPN technologies and secure remote connectivity
• Experience supporting Azure or hybrid cloud environments

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with Fortinet, Cisco Meraki, Cisco, or Sonicwall networking platforms
• Experience with Azure networking (VNets, VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute)
• Experience supporting retail or distributed operational environments
• Experience with SD‑WAN solutions
• Network automation experience using PowerShell or Python
• Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, AZ‑700, NSE, or equivalent
• Good organization, time management, and prioritization skills
• Excellent reasoning, analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Strong attention to detail

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time
• Occasional travel to field sites or business locations as required; travel less than 10%
• May require occasional extended hours during system updates or incident resolution

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Spotless Brands and its subsidiaries comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Human Resources team will respond to your email promptly.

Spotless Brands and its affiliate brands are Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employers. Spotless Brands invites all qualified interested applicants to apply for career opportunities. It is the policy of the company to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran, disabled status or any other protected group status as defined by and subject to applicable federal, state and local laws. We use E-Verify to check employment eligibility: and

Job Description: Senior Account Manager – New Construction & Project Work

Location: Greater Chicagoland Area

Reports To: VP of Sales

FLSA: Exempt

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Company Overview

Admiral Heating has been a trusted leader in commercial and industrial HVAC solutions in the Chicagoland area for over 70 years. Specializing in union construction projects and service work, we partner with contractors, developers, and building owners to deliver custom engineered heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions. Our reputation is built on quality workmanship, deep industry relationships, and a commitment to long-term customer success.

Admiral Heating operates on EOS (Entrepreneur Operating System). Our Core Values which we require all employees to exemplify are: Safety and Quality First, Intensely Diligent, Own it!, Innovative Approach, Proudly Humble of our Reputation and Exceed Expectations.

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Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced commercial sales relationship-driven Sr. Account Manager to develop and grow business with union contractors and union-operated facilities across the greater Chicagoland market. The role will focus on winning new construction projects and expanding revenue from existing accounts through strategic upsell and cross-sell initiatives. Success in this position will require an in-depth understanding of commercial HVAC and union construction market, a strong network with contractors, brokers, local trades, and the ability to navigate complex bid and negotiation processes.

Qualifications, Competencies, & Abilities:

• Identify, qualify, and secure new construction opportunities with general contractors, mechanical contractors, brokers, and developers to achieve pipeline and quota to meet Gross Profit expectations and review/manage Change Orders.
• Develop strong working relationships with local building trades, union leadership, and decision-makers in the commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prepare competitive bids that align with labor requirements and project specifications.
• Monitor local bid lists, pre-bid meetings, and project announcements to stay ahead of market opportunities.

Existing Account Growth

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and responsiveness.
• Proactively identify opportunities for equipment upgrades, retrofit projects, and energy efficiency enhancements.
• Cross-sell Admiral Heating’s full range of solutions to meet client operational and comfort needs.
• Maintain a consistent presence with customers through job site visits, facility walkthroughs, and strategic review meetings and client office visits with proper cadence.
• Achieve pipeline and quota to meet Gross Profit expectations and review/manage Change Orders.

Market & Relationship Development

• Actively network within Chicago-area trade organizations, and industry associations to strengthen relationships and brand recognition.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of local building codes, energy efficient ROI calculators, and the latest HVAC systems and technology to best serve our clients.
• Represent Admiral Heating at relevant industry events, trade shows, and contractor meetings.

Sales Process & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and timely opportunity, activity, and forecast data in Salesforce CRM.
• Meet or exceed sales goals for both new construction project wins and existing account revenue growth.
• Coordinate closely with internal teams to ensure a seamless transition from project award to execution.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in HVAC with specific exposure to union markets.
• Established network with Chicagoland contractors, trades, and/or building owners strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the construction process, estimating, budgeting cost and bid preparation.
• Proven track record of developing new business and growing existing accounts in the commercial HVAC market in the Chicagoland area.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with CRM (Salesforce) systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Self-motivated and results-driven, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.
• Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
• Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
• Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, finance or business from an accredited college or university or associates in business or accounting preferred.
• Fluent with Microsoft Office Suite.
• 15 Plus Years’ experience in related industry or Project Management field is preferred
• Extensive knowledge of HVAC, duct work, and piping - any candidate that does not have HVAC experience will not be considered.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary range $225,000 - $275,000
• Bonus and Profit Sharing up to 10% of base salary
• Unlimited Commission Opportunity based on Individual Job GP% Performance
• Fidelity 401k Plan with all fees paid by Admiral
• 401k Safe Harbor Match of 4%
• BCBS PPO and HMO Health Insurance Options (Admiral pays 75%)
• Dental and Vision Plans (Admiral pays 75%)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous PTO Policy
• Paid Holiday’s
• 100% Admiral paid Long and Short Term and Short
• $20,000 Admiral Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Employee Assistance Plan
• CTA and Parking Reimbursement
• Employee events throughout the year

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This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by managers to perform other instructions and duties. This job description may be revised from time to time and does not constitute a contract for employment.

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Human Resources Generalist to join their team. This is a hands-on HR Generalist role in a dynamic, people-centered environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys wearing multiple hats, influencing the full employee lifecycle, and partnering closely with leadership to build scalable HR practices. This role blends recruiting, HR operations, and HRIS ownership, making it ideal for someone who is both relationship-driven and systems-savvy.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Support:

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for both hourly and salaried positions across multiple locations.
• Partner with hiring leaders to understand workforce needs and deliver a strong candidate experience.
• Support onboarding processes to ensure new hires are set up for success from day one.

HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle:

• Serve as a key point of contact for employees regarding policies, procedures, and HR programs.
• Support performance management, employee relations, and day-to-day HR guidance.
• Maintain accurate and compliant personnel records across all stages of employment.

HRIS & Data Integrity:

• Own and maintain HR data within the organization’s HRIS platform.
• Generate standard and ad hoc reports to support leadership decision-making.
• Ensure data accuracy, compliance, and process consistency across systems.

Organizational Support & Culture:

• Assist with job documentation, role alignment, and organizational structure initiatives.
• Contribute to employee engagement efforts and internal communications.
• Support special HR projects as the organization continues to grow and evolve.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Proven experience supporting recruiting and hiring initiatives.
• Hands-on experience working with an HRIS platform (ADP Workforce Now is preferred).
• Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact confidently at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation Range: $75,000 - $90,000

Benefits Offered: 2 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

If you are a passionate Human Resources Generalistlooking for anew and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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A PE-backed manufacturer of electrical distribution and controls equipment is seeking multiple Project Managers to join its operations team on-site in Addison, Illinois.

*This role does not require electrical product knowledge, but rather, experience operating in a fast paced, factory environment, managing a high-volume of Made-To-Order projects while working closely with customers and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple customer orders from project kickoff through delivery
• Serve as the primary liaison between customers and internal teams including engineering, operations, and supply chain
• Coordinate project timelines, material availability, and manufacturing schedule to ensure on-time delivery
• Track project status through internal systems and dashboards, maintaining visibility across key milestones
• Facilitate regular project reviews and proactively communicate schedule updates or changes
• Work closely with production teams to support smooth order execution in a factory environment
• Address customer requests, technical clarifications, and schedule adjustments as projects progress
• Support commercial outcomes by maintaining strong communication and alignment with customers throughout the project lifecyle.

Ideal Candidate Background

• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Exposure to Custom or Made-To-Order (Engineered-To-Order) Projects
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage customer expectations
• Familiarity with project tracking systems, dashboards, and ERP-linked tools

Experience in electrical equipment is highly valued, but we're open to transferrable industries manufacturing and assembling made-to-order projects.

Compensation & Expectations

• Base Salary: $100K - $135K
• 10% performance bonus
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company participation
• 4 Weeks PTO
• 5x days a week on-site in Addison, IL
• Relocation package available

Why Join?

• Private Equity Owned

• High ownership postion: directly impact project profitability.

• The industrial power space is entering a major growth cycle, driven by AI-led data center expansion, and massive investment in U.S. Electrical infrastructure. Companies building electrical distribution and controls equipment are right at the center of it, with meaningful room to growth for years to come

• Strong reputation with Tier 1 OEM customers

• Shortest lead times in the industry

• No bureaucracy: fast-moving, communicative culture

• Hands on training: Onboarding program providing complete overview of full factory and business operations upon joining the company

• Company headcount growth projected to grow 20% this year

Terms of Employment

• W2 Contract-to-Hire, 12 Months
• This role operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring three days in-office (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) and two days remote (Monday and Friday)
• Core working hours between 09:00 and 15:00

Overview

Our client is seeking a Senior Project Manager to manage engineering, construction, outage coordination, testing, and commissioning activities for transmission and substation projects. The successful candidate will oversee Transmission level Protection and Control replacement projects and/or Transmission line projects, ensuring seamless execution through a deep understanding of equipment function and construction sequencing.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of transmission and substation projects, including engineering, construction, and commissioning.
• Coordinate complex outages and system operations to ensure project milestones are met without compromising grid stability.
• Interpret one-line diagrams and technical specifications to understand equipment interfaces and functions.
• Anticipate and mitigate risks related to outages and commissioning sequences.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with internal teams, including engineering, construction, and system operations.
• Oversee physical construction projects, ensuring adherence to safety and technical standards.

Required Skills & Experience

• STEM degree or a technical degree; however, significant professional experience may complement an arts degree.
• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven utility project management experience, specifically within substation or transmission environments.
• Core technical understanding of Transmission & Substation (T&S) equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of construction and commissioning sequences.
• Hands-on experience managing physical construction projects.
• Strong communication skills for effective team and stakeholder coordination.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• PMP is highly preferred
• Experience specifically with Transmission level Protection and Control replacement.
• High-level awareness of outage and system operations within a utility framework.
• Ability to work effectively within a large team environment

Position Summary:

The Applications Engineer is responsible for providing technical expertise, process development, and customer support related to industrial machinery. This role bridges engineering, sales, and service by demonstrating machine capabilities, optimizing cutting parameters, and ensuring customers achieve maximum value from their laser systems.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize laser cutting parameters for various metals and material thickness.
• Conduct machine demonstrations, trials, and proof of concept test for prospective customers.
• Troubleshoot cutting quality and process issues.
• Provide on-site and remote training to customers on machine operation, maintenance, and process optimization.
• Develop and document cutting process databases, application notes, and best practice guides.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Support installation and commissioning at customer sites as needed
• Prepare technical documentation, cutting samples, and reports for customer presentations
• Support trade shows, open houses, and industry events with live demonstration and technical expertise
• Assist in product development by relating customer and application insights to R&D

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field (Equivalent experience may be considered)
• 5+ Years of experience in laser processing, CNC machinery, or precision metal fabrication
• Hands-on experience with fiber laser products highly preferred
• Knowledge of motion controls systems, optics, and materials sciences is a plus
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software
• Travel requirement is 25%

HSG is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race (including associated hairstyles), color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status, genetic information, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, order of protection status, pregnancy, arrest record, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. HSG participates in E-Verify and conducts pre-employment drug testing and background checks as part of our hiring process.

We are seeking a qualified Industrial Safety Engineer to join our dynamic team in our US corporate office in Melrose Park, IL. This position is responsible for driving engineered solutions to improve the overall safety at the workplace.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Work in collaboration with Plant Management to understand production processes and needs and desired safety metrics in order to plan health and safety engineered improvements
• Investigate industrial accidents, injuries, and near misses to determine root causes and corrective actions that involve hazard elimination and engineering controls.
• Conduct risk assessments on new equipment being installed and/or new plant layouts to identify risks to safety/health. Analyze and recommend engineered solutions to mitigate risk.
• Analyze the effectiveness of current safety training processes and documentation. Investigate and recommend improvements that will result in more behavioral compliance with safety rules.
• Complete and maintain documentation related to accident and injuries. Maintain OSHA log and complete the annual 300A. Use data from all company USA locations' logs and 300A's to analyze trends and risks. Recommend strategies for improvements.
• Create training materials for plant and Operations personnel. Create annual training calendars. Work with company's IT department and Mecalux Group's Barcelona office personnel to create, develop, and elaborate online training methods and online training tracking tools.
• Aid in the implementation of ISO 45001:2018 for occupational health and safety management systems.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field. Master's Degree in Engineering preferred.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is required without exception.
• Personality: Candidates must have integrity, be highly analytical, and have a strong desire to be deeply involved in the business. Candidates must be organized and methodical in their work, with the ability to learn quickly and adapt easily to change. Candidates must be able to persevere through difficult work challenges with the highest degree of dedication. Candidates must have strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to interact and communicate effectively with personnel from all levels of the organization.
• Understanding of safe work practices, OSHA, EPA.
• Desire to work in a manufacturing environment and ability to work in hot and cold plant conditions.
• Ability to travel occasionally to our other USA locations in IL, SC, TX, and CA.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation
• The ability to become a part of an industry-leading dynamic team with a high focus on delivering results and continuous improvement
• 401(k) plan through Fidelity, with a generous company match; 100% vested immediately upon contributing and no waiting period to start participating
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off with the option to cash out unused PTO every year
• Possibility for telework days, depending on position, with flexible make-up time for exempt employees
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance plans, along with dental and vision benefits.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement; enhance your technical, specialized knowledge and gain new skills through promotions from within.

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• Pediatrics: Fellowship required