Engineering Jobs in River Grove

Chicago, IL – Cost Estimator (Civil Engineering Background Required)

We are partnering with a leading Owner's Representative and construction Consultancy firm in Chicago seeking an experienced Cost Estimator with a strong civil engineering background.

This position supports complex capital programs across infrastructure, ground-up developments, core & shell, tenant improvements, and refurbishments. Across sectors, including but not limited to: Government, Education, Retail, Hospitality, Life Sciences, Entertainment, and Infrastructure.

Position Overview

The Cost Estimator will play a critical advisory role, supporting clients from project inception through completion. This individual must be highly analytical, methodical, data-driven, and comfortable operating in a client-facing consultancy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed cost estimates
• Develop and manage project budgets from early design through closeout
• Perform quantity take-offs and cost benchmarking
• Review drawings and collaborate closely with architects and consultants
• Evaluate contractor bids and change orders
• Conduct value engineering and cost risk analysis
• Deliver professional cost reports and presentations to clients

Required Qualifications

• Civil Engineering degree or strong civil/infrastructure background
• Experience within an Owner's Representative or Consultancy environment preferred
• Infrastructure project expertise highly desirable
• Full construction lifecycle exposure (preconstruction through closeout)
• Strong communication and client-facing capabilities
• Highly organized, professional, and commercially astute

This is an in-office role. Candidates must be based in Chicago.

Compensation & Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Generous PTO
• Discretionary Bonus
• Salary truly dependent on expertise and experience

Senior Director, Consulting & Delivery

Quantum Rise is a rapidly scaling AI consulting and product development start-up focused on helping high growth organizations adopt AI and win their industry. Our offerings range from strategy and roadmap engagements through to full AI/ML product development. We are expanding our client delivery team and are looking for a talented and experienced consulting leader to join as a Senior Director and be the face of our most strategic client engagements. We operate in line with 3 guiding principles that we call Consulting 2.0:

• Profit, not PowerPoints.... while we create PowerPoints (strategy & roadmaps) our primary objective is to help get our clients build and deploy AI solutions that significantly impact profit (top line revenue and bottom-line costs)
• Product, not projects... the AI products we deploy should always on, continuously measured, and iteratively improved via the product backlog
• Open, not black box... we will take our clients along the journey helping them understand how it works and the fundamentals that influence AI product success like process/end-use experience, data strategy, governance, and change management.

Position Summary

A Senior Director at Quantum Rise plays a pivotal role in understanding where our clients are on their AI journey, translates their challenge to our offerings, and successfully executes across the entire engagement lifecycle (pre-sales, engagement delivery & execution, upsell/expansion). Given our start-up nature, we look for this Senior Director to be a key contributor to identify and own internal initiatives and business development activities to fuel our scale and growth. As we respond to the market and our clients, we'll look for the Senior Director to additionally influence and contribute to new offerings and corresponding sales engineering. This role is designed for an exceptional, self-starting consulting leader with a background in business and technology advisory and implementation consulting with a solid understanding of strategy, data, and AI/ML.

The ideal candidate will possess an entrepreneurial spirit, ready to tackle diverse challenges, block and tackle, and drive initiatives that propel the Quantum Rise forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Leverage advanced AI/ML knowledge and expertise to lead strategic assessments, define data strategies, and create actionable roadmaps that drive measurable business value for clients.
• Employ agile methodologies to plan, execute, and iterate on client engagements, ensuring efficiency, flexibility, and ongoing quality enhancements.
• Develop and implement change management initiatives, including comprehensive training programs, to facilitate successful adoption of new processes and technologies.
• Design and deploy COEs and governance frameworks to maintain consistent best practices, foster innovation, and ensure alignment with client and organizational goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, manage executive relationships & communications, develop influential strategies, recommendations, and long-term value propositions.
• Guide cross-functional teams and promote a culture of collaboration, ensuring strategic thinking and high-impact outcomes that meet or exceed client expectations.
• Develop data-driven business cases, integrating both quantitative and qualitative metrics, to articulate clear ROI and demonstrate the strategic and financial value of proposed AI solutions.
• Collaborate with internal consulting & engineering teams to scope, design, and propose tailored solutions that address client needs and showcase Quantum Rise's capabilities.
• Lead the creation and continuous enhancement of hybrid service + AI product offerings, ensuring alignment with market trends and Quantum Rise's strategic vision.
• Cultivate a high-performing team through effective mentorship, professional development, and talent management initiatives.
• Drive efficiency and quality by establishing repeatable frameworks, processes, and tools that optimize internal operations and service delivery.
• Represent Quantum Rise at industry events, conferences, and other forums, sharing insights and positioning the organization as a leader in AI/ML and strategic consulting.
• Propose and implement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and client satisfaction, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data & Analytics, Informatics, Engineering, Business Management or related field.
• A Master's degree is preferred, specifically an MBA.
• 12+ years of experience in consulting, with a proven track record of leading strategic advisory engagements, influencing the transition into delivery, successful project management, delivery, and continual transformation and renewal.
• Experience identifying gaps and making impactful contributions to capability / offering development.
• Experience in data science projects, demonstrating an ability to understand and leverage data insights in business contexts.
• Natural gravitation to augment one's way of working with LLMs and exceptional prompt engineering.
• Exceptional project management skills, with experience in applying agile methodologies and tools.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation within projects and processes.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, capable of motivating teams and working effectively across all levels of the organization.
• This role is for a dynamic individual who thrives in a startup atmosphere, ready to apply their consulting and leadership expertise and entrepreneurial zeal to help Quantum Rise grow and succeed.

Employee Benefits

As an employee you will be eligible for the following benefit suite, subject to and in accordance with the applicable plan or policy requirements:

• Selection of health, vision, and dental PPO insurance, provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois; eligible for the first day of employment.
• Variable Compensation: Eligible for annual performance bonuses and equity options. Bonuses reflect individual and company achievements, while equity aligns with long-term shareholder value, subject to vesting.
• Retirement Plan: We offer a retirement 401(k) plan with a yearly discretionary match.
• Flex benefits include FSA, DCA, Commuter, Learning and Development Stipends.
• Time Off: Unlimited PTO; paid holidays; paid sick time.
• Flexible working schedule.

Senior Systems Engineer

Gilero is a leading medical device design, development, and manufacturing partner. We specialize in creating innovative solutions that improve patient care and enhance lives. Our growing dynamic team of professionals works across disciplines to bring ideas to life, from concept to commercialization.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior/Staff Systems Engineer to lead and contribute to the development of complex medical devices and combination products. The ideal candidate will bring a systems-level perspective, integrating mechanical, electrical, and software components while ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards. You will be responsible for leading systems engineering project activities for medical device and drug delivery applications. This role is pivotal in bridging engineering disciplines to deliver safe, effective, and innovative healthcare solutions.

Join us in a collaborative and innovative environment where your contributions will make a real difference. You'll work with multiple clients across a variety of cutting-edge products to help shape the future of healthcare technology, ensuring products meet the highest standards and positively impact patient outcomes across the globe.

Responsibilities:

• Acts as technical lead throughout the full product development lifecycle from initial concept to release to market of new medical devices; primarily class I and class II electro-mechanical devices.
• Provides expertise in various Systems Engineering principles including user and stakeholder need definition; requirements definition; risk management, product architecture, configuration management, traceability, change management, and reliability.
• Plans systems engineering projects by identifying appropriate system development lifecycles.
• Develops product development strategies for large or complex systems integrations.
• Generates system architecture definitions, integrations, development viewpoints, and models.
• Manages the system architecture and relates it to the design throughout the lifecycle.
• Defines requirements hierarchy and how it relates to verification and validation planning.
• Performs functional system decompositions to solve complex design challenges.
• Prepares detailed component and assembly drawings. Leads and participates in writing product and customer requirements, design and phase reviews, product and process risk assessments, root cause investigations, and corrective action planning.
• Plans, authors, and executes test methods and protocols for design verification and validation.
• Analyzes test data, interprets results, and formulates conclusions.
• Maintains the Design History File (DHF) and ensures documents are complete, accurate, current, and compliant with regulations.
• Contributes to developing systems engineering tools and processes and trains others to use those systems.
• Identifies technical opportunities and generates work for themselves within their assigned project teams.
• Defines objectives, participates in, and oversees the quality of output for large or complex projects.
• Contributes to solving open-ended problems and tasks with a high level of decision-making.
• Formulates and develops detailed project deliverables with some management oversight.
• Communicates technical risks and proposed solutions clearly and directly with the customer.
• Sources and interfaces with third-party vendors.
• Acts as subject matter expert (SME) lead in one or more areas and is aware of industry trends.
• Supports business development efforts as a SME to potential customers and providing input on engineering estimations.
• Establishes a proven track record of building trust and rapport with new clients.
• Acts as mentor demonstrating strong leadership skills.
• Participates in recruitment activities including interview panels.
• Travel will be required, as necessary (typically less than 5%).

Skills/Qualifications:

• BS in Engineering or equivalent technical degree.
• Work onsite in the Chicago office four days per week.
• 5+ years relevant experience.
• Experience developing electro-mechanical medical devices.
• Proven ability to lead a product development program from concept to market release.
• Working knowledge of system modeling tools and methodologies (e.g., UML, SysML).
• Working knowledge of working in both agile and waterfall methodologies.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD (Computer Aided Design) modeling software.
• Working knowledge of requirements management software (e.g., Jama, Polarion, Doors).
• Working knowledge of developing products for compliance with IEC 60601 for electrical safety and for software development.
• Working knowledge of developing products for compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 820.30, 21.
• CFR Part 4, ISO14971, ISO 13485 and EU MD.

Personal Attributes:

• Meets Gilero Core Values: Collaboration, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity.
• Productive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Commits to excellence and quality service to external and internal customers.
• Adheres to established policies and procedures, while contributing to continuous improvements.

Eligibility To Work:

• Applicants must be permanently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
• Gilero does not offer sponsorship for employment authorizations (work visas).
• We are an E-Verify employer and confirm work authorization for all new hires.

Why work at Gilero:

Founded in 2002, Gilero, a Sanner Group company, is an international contract engineering firm that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of novel medical devices and drug delivery products. At Gilero we are proud of the culture we have built that directly reflects our values of excellence, integrity, innovation, and collaboration. Motivated by our purpose to benefit people and improve patient outcomes, our team continues to grow at a rapid pace. US locations include Carlsbad, CA; Chicago, IL; as well as NC locations in Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, and Pittsboro.

You will enjoy an annual bonus plan, Medical (3 BCBS plans to choose from), Guardian dental and vision, company provided life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with a match the first month you start with a zero-vesting period, and access to LinkedIn learning for personal and professional development.

Position: Marketing Project Management Office (PMO) Manager

Department: Marketing/Brand Management/Operations Management

Report To: Chief Marketing Officer

Location: Chicago, IL

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days in office)

About Nonni's

Who does not love cookies? Especially biscotti ... those delicious cookies with an Italian flair! Founded in 1988 as a homage to an Italian grandmother, Nonni's Food Group is the leading Biscotti maker in the world and a recognized producer, marketer, and distributor of branded premium specialty cookies and healthier baked goods in North America. You will recognize our brands as Nonni's, THINaddictives, and La Dolce Vita found in grocery, mass, club, and online retailers everywhere. Nonni's produces its traditional biscotti using the original family recipe focused on real ingredients and exceptional taste, now bringing this expertise into healthier snacking. Our mission to continually delight consumers with a range of baked goods that create loyalty beyond reason is the foundation for the continued success of the company and the part we play in bringing happiness to consumers every day. Our strong value set focused on respecting and listening to our people, having lofty expectations of ourselves, empowering our people to make decisions, operating as a \"team-of-teams,\" continuous learning, and constant communication enable us to deliver consistently delectable goodness to the marketplace.

Job Overview

The Project Management Office (PMO) Manager at Nonni's Bakery serves as the central orchestrator of product development and commercialization processes. This strategic role owns the Stage Gate process, manages masterdata integrity, and leads cross-functional project teams from concept through launch. The PMO Manager ensures efficient project execution, drives time-to-market acceleration, and maintains process excellence across R&D, Marketing, Operations, and Sales functions. This position requires exceptional organizational capabilities, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead without direct authority in a fast-paced CPG environment within the Ferrero organization.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development:

• Own and continuously optimize the Stage Gate process for new product development and existing product modifications
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to simplify workflows and accelerate time-to-market while maintaining quality standards
• Ensure process completeness, data accuracy, and compliance throughout all development stages
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies; implement process improvements and best practices
• Develop and maintain process documentation, guidelines, and training materials
• Escalate critical issues, delays, or resource constraints to appropriate stakeholders in a timely manner

Recipe Development & Management:

• Monitor and track recipe development activities across multiple concurrent projects
• Manage recipe variations and ensure version control and documentation accuracy
• Assess downstream impacts of recipe changes on manufacturing, procurement, and quality
• Resolve timing conflicts and content discrepancies in collaboration with R&D and Operations
• Facilitate recipe approval workflows and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements

Masterdata Management:

• Oversee creation, maintenance, and accuracy of critical masterdata including product specifications, recipes, packaging details, and SKU information
• Ensure reliable information flow across all project stages and business systems
• Collaborate with IT, Operations, and Finance to resolve data discrepancies and maintain system integrity
• Support business decision-making through accurate and timely data availability
• Drive improvements in IT infrastructure, data management systems, and applications
• Establish data governance standards and quality control procedures

Program/Project Management:

• Lead end-to-end direction, coordination, implementation, execution, and control of product development projects and programs
• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, timelines, and resource allocation strategies
• Report project progress to leadership and stakeholders with clear, concise status updates
• Proactively identify and flag potential problems, risks, and issues; escalate for timely resolution
• Prioritize competing project activities and ensure appropriate resource allocation across the portfolio
• Facilitate project team meetings, track deliverables, and maintain accountability for milestones
• Implement quality assurance measures and ensure projects meet defined success criteria
• Manage project scope changes and maintain alignment with business objectives

Cross-functional Team Leadership:

• Lead cross-functional project teams through complex product changes from simple line extensions to major innovations
• Establish and maintain consistent ways of working within and across project teams
• Provide direction, support, and coaching to project team members
• Foster collaboration between R&D, Marketing, Sales, Operations, Procurement, Quality, and other functions
• Build strong working relationships across all organizational levels
• Drive accountability and commitment to project deliverables and timelines

Cross-Collaboration:

Internal Teams: R&D, Marketing, Sales, Manufacturing Plants, Procurement, Quality & Food Safety, Finance, People & Organization, Regulatory & Business Planning

External/Other Entities: IT, cross-functional business units within the Ferrero Group, external vendors and partners

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Food Science, or related field; MBA preferred
• 5-8 years of progressive experience in project/program management roles within CPG companies
• Working knowledge of full commercialization lifecycle from ideation through launch validation
• Proven ability to manage up, down, and across organizational structures
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and develop actionable plans under pressure
• Action-oriented mindset with ability to think and react to rapidly changing circumstances
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
• Strong leadership abilities with proven success leading and motivating cross-functional teams
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel
• Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Stage Gate)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Food manufacturing or baked goods industry experience
• Knowledge of Ferrero culture, processes, and organizational structure
• Familiarity with SAP, PLM systems, or similar enterprise software
• Experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Background in data governance and master data management
• Understanding of food safety, quality systems, and regulatory compliance

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position based in Chicago, IL - Hybrid arrangement (3 days per week onsite)
• Occasional travel to manufacturing facilities and Ferrero offices may be required (15%)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal consideration.

Insight Global is seeking a Station Production Controller responsible for coordinating all maintenance activity at the Chicago station, ensuring aircraft are serviced safely, efficiently, and in alignment with the company's operational objectives. Acting as the key communicator and workflow manager, this role orchestrates maintenance tasks, aligns staffing and resources, and drives decision-making in a time‐critical environment. The position is 90% office‐based and 10% at the airport, requiring close coordination with MCC, Planning, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Ground Services to maintain station readiness and support aircraft reliability.

Day-to-Day:

• Act as the operational "conductor" for all station maintenance activities
• Coordinate scheduled & unscheduled tasks and required resources
• Lead daily station meetings, directing staff on priorities and workflow
• Maintain and update the Line Status Sheet Report
• Align work with fleet routing, maintenance plan, and commercial requirements
• Stage all parts/tooling/manpower before aircraft arrival
• Monitor aircraft arrival/departure times, gate/stand constraints, ground handling
• Maintain station capability data (skills, tooling, man‐hours, shift coverage)
• Adjust workloads based on production capacity, forecasts, and real-time events
• Communicate changes and maximize downtime for defect resolution
• Support OOS aircraft recovery planning
• Ensure compliance with FAA and internal requirements
• Prepare and deliver station performance metrics

Must-Haves:

• 5–7 years A&P Experience (aircraft maintenance; can be a lead, supervisor, or senior)
• Wide‐body experience
• FAA A&P Certificate (regulatory requirement)
• Excellent communication skills — must act as station "conductor"
• Basic Excel proficiency
• Comfortable working rotating shifts, nights, weekends, holidays
• High school diploma
• Valid driver's license or passport
• Ability to pass required background checks and TSA Security Threat Assessment (STA) in order to obtain an airport SIDA badge
• Strong problem solving, prioritization, and operational decision-making
• Experience leading a team or supervising support with aircraft maintenance

Type: Direct Placement

Location: On-site in Chicago, IL

Schedule: Fluctuating; Day and Night shifts. 12-hour shifts, 4 days on + 4 days off

Salary: $94,000–$126,500 depending on experience

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to . To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy:

Job Title: Operations Manager

Location:

This role is 100% on site in our Chicago factory.

About Us:

SABIN is a design-forward, rapidly growing company specializing in acoustic and lighting solutions. Our innovative approach and commitment to design excellence drive our fast-paced environment. As demand for our products and services continues to grow, we're seeking a dynamic operational leader to join our team. This role offers solid potential for growth and development.

About Your Role at SABIN:

The Operations Manager will be responsible for connecting our manufacturing activities with our commercial activities and business needs; ensuring we have the systems in place to produce quality products on time in a safe and professional manner. Our production environment is both reliant on high levels of craft and engineering. We make our products on demand to suit the needs of the architectural projects we supply; we do not build and stock. You will optimize operations to support this business model. Sabin was founded in 2021 and is now in a period of strong growth; many processes and policies are being established for the first time—you will design and implement new processes and policies in collaboration with our talented existing team. Sabin has operational problems typical of a growing company, with the resources to solve them. In this role, you will report primarily to the CEO and secondarily to the Co-Founder. Sabin has operational problems typical of a growing company, with the resources to solve them. In this role, you will report primarily to the CEO and secondarily to the Co-Founder. You will work with the manufacturing, product development, systems and sales teams to join or lead initiatives to improve and refine our operations for improved performance and results. We need an energetic operational leader to join our effort in continuing to build this great company.

What You'll Do:

• Learn and know our business: Learn the ins-and-outs of our business demands and dynamics of our B2B commercial transactions.
• ERP Implementation: Contribute to the continued implementation of our ERP and MRP systems for higher efficiency, reporting, and process management.
• Production Management: Partner with our manufacturing team to plan our production, scheduling work in prudent ways that best use our factory and team to ship projects out on time.
• Material & Purchasing Planning: Partner with our systems team to design more automated processes to ensure that we have the materials needed to build our jobs. Manage the competing pressures of minimizing our lead-times while minimizing our inventory.
• Industrial Engineering: Analyze and improve our flow of data, labor and materials, Partner with our engineering, systems and manufacturing teams to implement changes for improved results.
• Industrial Engineering: Analyze and improve our flow of data, labor and materials, Partner with our engineering, systems and manufacturing teams to implement changes for improved results.

Desired Qualifications:

• Educational Background:A bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or science preferred, other fields are considered.
• Manufacturing experience: Direct experience in a manufacturing environment is a core requirement for this role.
• Organization & Conscientiousness: Naturally organized, with the ability to be assertive about the needs of the business, while being humane and warm when advocating for the business needs.
• Initiative & Collaboration: Be comfortable with SABIN's proactive approach, where we take the lead and actively move projects forward, ensuring their success.

Desired Characteristics:

• Organized critical thinker: Methodical and analytical thinking are essential for this role. Your natural mindset must be rational, fact-finding and process oriented. You have the natural reflex to organize and bring order, balanced with a belief in the necessity of nimbleness.
• Flexible: Willing to try out differing and opposing ideas, a plainspoken natural mediator and listener. The essence of this role is coordinating and connecting different domains. This requires moderation, deliberation, and adaptability.
• Problems Solver: Comfortable with problems, understanding and defining them, and bringing them all to light. Problems are not something to ignore or shy away from but embrace and comprehend fully for solutioning.
• Learner: Curious, striving. You know you don't know everything and are always learning, you believe in continuous improvement, growth, and forward-facing transformations. You expect the same from team-mates, at a rate that works for the business goals and team.
• Multi-disciplinary Tendencies: We seek candidates that show a track record of versatility. This role spans different types of work, having a natural interest and experience in a variety of disciplines gives your viewpoint more credibility as a collaborator.
• Comfort with complexity: A mind that enjoys games and puzzles—for project management, untangling logistics puzzles and balancing multi-domain interactions to serve our customer best.
• Imaginative: This is a problem-solving role, the ability to imagine completely new solutions, new ways of working and creatively solve problems is imperative.
• Positive and Proactive: Leadership by example, this role requires a hands-on individual. Someone who is proactive, takes initiative, and inspires the same in team-mates.
• Team sports experience and experience in losing / hardship is a strong plus.

Our Commitment to You:

We offer competitive pay and benefits, and the space to do great work.

SABIN places the highest priority on cultivating an engaging, rewarding and collaborative workplace. We are building an inclusive and creative environment---this opportunity for creative and professional growth is vital to us.

We have high expectations for ourselves and each other, we work diligently and kindly and listen to one another.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to join a growing, vibrant company at the forefront of design in the acoustic and lighting industry. You will have the chance to take ownership of your work and the trust to do so. Your ability to adapt, learn, and grow with us will be key to your success and ours.

To learn more about SABIN and our products, please visit SABIN.DESIGN

Director of Fabrication Equipment Sales

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned Director of Fabrication Machinery to lead the buying and selling of fabrication equipment at a high level. This is a revenue-driving role built for someone who already lives in the fabrication market, which includes press brakes, lasers, plasma, waterjet, roll formers, structural, and supporting equipment, and has the relationships to move quickly and decisively.

This position is not about learning the business. It's about leveraging deep industry experience, an established network, and sharp commercial instincts to originate deals, close transactions, and scale volume. You will have the autonomy to run your book, the technology to transact efficiently, and the backing of a company built to support top-tier sales leaders.

Earning potential can reach $400,000+, directly tied to performance. The upside is real, but so are the expectations. Success in this role requires someone who already knows the players, understands true market values, and can win business based on credibility and execution.

If you are already a top performer in fabrication machinery sales or acquisitions and want a platform that rewards results without bureaucracy, red tape, and capped compensation, this role is designed for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a pipeline of buyers and sellers within manufacturing, fabrication, and industrial markets
• Expand Fabrication Division in domestic and international markets through direct sales, full facility auctions, and liquidations
• Procure and Sell used Fabrication and Metalworking equipment (e.g., lasers, press brakes, coil, fabrication machinery)
• Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate equipment solutions and valuations
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and deal structures in coordination with internal teams
• Represent the company professionally with customers, partners, and at industry events
• Maintain accurate deal tracking and communication throughout the sales process

Qualifications

• Domain knowledge of Fabrication equipment, the manufacturing process, and capital equipment buying cycles.
• 8+ years of Proven experience selling Fabrication or metalworking equipment (required)
• Strong understanding of manufacturing environments, shop operations, and capital equipment buying cycles
• Established senior-level industry relationships with the ability to engage key stakeholders and accelerate strategic growth
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and comfortable working autonomously and as a team
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Willingness to travel as needed

What We Offer

• Best -in-industry commission structure with uncapped earning potential, plus year end performance bonus.
• Operational, marketing, and administrative support to help you close deals
• Direct access to database of over 700K manufacturing contacts
• Dedicated 5-person marketing staff specializing in email marketing, SEO, and outreach
• Sophisticated lead generation engine delivering 25-35 qualified sales lead per week
• An in-house web development team supporting digital campaigns and actively responding to trends and embracing new technologies
• A strategically positioned warehouse enabling you to leverage inventory with fast turnaround opportunities and value-added solutions for buyers and sellers.
• A professional, ethical, and experienced team with deep industry knowledge
• The opportunity to grow with a well-established organization in the machinery space

Benefits

• Matching 401K
• Health and Vision Insurance
• PTO and Holiday Pay

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a proven, senior-level sales leader with deep domain expertise in fabrication and metalworking equipment. You have 8–10+ years of success selling high-value capital equipment such as lasers, press brakes, shears, coil lines, and related fabrication machinery. You also bring hands-on experience in auctions, liquidations, and full facility closures, with the ability to evaluate assets, advise on value, and execute the sales process with professionalism, speed, and urgency. You are disciplined, self-motivated, and comfortable working autonomously while also leading, mentoring, and elevating a sales team.

About MMI

Machinery Marketing International (MMI) is the #1 provider of used industrial machinery solutions—specializing in fabrication and metalworking equipment sales, full facility auctions, liquidations, and asset recovery for manufacturers across North America and global markets. We are recognized for operating with integrity, professionalism, and deep domain expertise, helping buyers and sellers execute high-value equipment transactions with confidence.

MMI offers a rare combination of a high-performing team and unmatched resources: a proprietary database of 700,000+ manufacturing contacts, a dedicated in-house marketing and web development team, and an integrated lead-generation engine delivering 25–35 qualified leads per week. With a strategically positioned warehouse and inventory platform, we also provide fast-turnaround opportunities and value-added solutions that differentiate us in the marketplace.

At MMI, you'll join a growth-minded organization where top performers are supported, developed, and rewarded—and where the platform is built to help you win.

Are you a seasoned Project Manager with a passion for bringing innovative medical and drug delivery devices to life? At Gilero's Durham's office, we're looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead design and development projects in cutting-edge healthcare solutions. In this role, you'll drive complex projects from concept to commercialization, ensuring they stay on track, on budget, and meet the highest quality standards.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your expertise in project management, engineering, and client relations makes a real impact, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and be part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and excellence — while offering outstanding benefits and career growth potential.

Location: Chicago, IL

Duties:

• Organize project activities, lead the project team, prioritize and delegate tasks to team members in adherence with timelines and budget requirements.
• Lead multi-year medical and drug delivery development projects consisting of electronic as well as disposable devices.
• Ensure project scope is maintained and/or manage out-of-scope requests.
• Forecast engineering resources for short/mid/long-term project needs.
• Generate financial and project reports for internal and external communication.
• Liaise with the client for routine project updates, build relationships with clients.
• Support Business Development through project timeline and budget preparation for new opportunities as well as project extensions.
• Facilitate internal and external project meetings.
• Grasp technical details with an ability to assist the team in decision-making.
• Manage ongoing project timelines and budgets.
• Maintain documents relating to the overall project (project plan, user needs, etc.). Ensure deliverables are being met and the customer is satisfied.
• Coordinate vendor activities (suppliers, third-party labs, manufacturers, etc).
• Ensure team members comply with established QMS guidelines/procedures/work instructions.
• Act as a project coach for more junior project managers. Advise on projects. Mentor junior team members and engineering interns.
• Support company-wide project management objectives.
• Support the recruiting process by participating in interviews for the project management team.

Requirements:

• US Citizen or Green card holder.
• BS in Engineering or 4-year technical degree.
• PMP Certification (preferred).
• Must be willing to work in the Chicago office M-TH.
• 8+ years of experience with 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in Medical Devices.
• Knowledge of medical device regulations (FDA/ISO).
• Possess strong project management skills and can work alone or in teams.
• Strong writing skills and/or data analysis.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and vendors in a technical capacity.
• Competent computer skills, including Excel and Word.

Personal Attributes:

• Meets Gilero Core Values: Collaboration, Integrity, Innovation, Excellence.
• Comfortable and productive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• A self-starter seeking a career opportunity with potential for internal advancement, seeking responsibility for core activities, and providing high-quality service to internal and external clients.
• Commitment to excellence and quality service to external and internal customers.
• Commitment to established policies and procedures, while contributing to continuous improvements.

Personal Attributes:

• Meets Gilero Core Values:
• Collaboration - embracing teamwork and transparency in our organization, partnering with our customers and vendors.
• Integrity - doing the right thing at all times; fair and trustworthy; always keeping the patient in mind.
• Innovation - open to new ideas, processes, and solutions; leveraging technology to creatively solve problems.
• Excellence - delivering exceptional products and services with passion and pride.
• Comfortable and productive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• A self-starter seeking a career opportunity with potential for internal advancement, seeking responsibility for core activities, and providing high-quality service to internal and to external clients.
• Commitment to excellence and quality service to external and internal customers.
• Follow established policies and procedures, while contributing to continuous improvements

Why work at Gilero?

Founded in 2002, Gilero, a Sanner Group company, is an international contract engineering firm that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of novel medical devices and drug delivery products. At Gilero, we are proud of the culture we have built that directly reflects our values of excellence, integrity, innovation, and collaboration. Motivated by our purpose to benefit people and improve patient outcomes, our team continues to grow at a rapid pace. US locations include Carlsbad, CA; Chicago, IL; as well as NC locations in Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, and Pittsboro.

You will enjoy an annual bonus plan, Medical (3 BCBS plans to choose from), Guardian dental and vision, company-provided life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with a match the first month you start with a zero-vesting period, and access to LinkedIn learning for personal and professional development.

Featured benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance

Vice President of Operations – Chicago, IL

Location: Chicago, IL (Relocation Required)

Compensation: $240K base + $205K bonus + benefits + relocation support

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking a Vice President of Operations to lead and oversee all operational functions of a leading business aviation services organisation. This is a high-impact, executive-level role responsible for driving operational excellence, efficiency, and growth across core repairs, manufacturing, quality, and warehouse operations.

The VP of Operations will manage a team of senior leaders, streamline processes, ensure compliance with aviation standards, and align operational strategy with business goals. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong business acumen, technical knowledge, and proven experience in aviation operations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Operations Leadership

• Provide executive leadership for all operational functions, including core repairs, manufacturing, quality, and warehouse management.
• Develop and execute operational strategies to drive efficiency, cost control, and process improvements.
• Establish metrics and KPIs to monitor operational performance and ensure accountability across all departments.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align operational initiatives with corporate strategy.

Team & People Management

• Lead and mentor senior operational leaders:
• Quality Manager
• Director of Manufacturing
• Warehouse Manager
• Build a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure teams are trained, motivated, and aligned with organisational goals.

Core Repairs & Manufacturing Oversight

• Oversee core repair administration processes ensuring compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
• Drive manufacturing efficiency, capacity planning, and resource allocation.
• Implement process improvements and operational best practices to optimise throughput and quality.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to quality management systems, regulatory standards, and internal policies.
• Monitor quality performance metrics and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage audits and inspections, proactively addressing compliance gaps.

Warehouse & Logistics Management

• Oversee warehouse operations, including inventory management, shipping/receiving, and logistics.
• Ensure optimal inventory accuracy, storage efficiency, and supply chain reliability.
• Implement operational systems to improve warehouse performance and visibility.

Financial & Business Performance

• Develop and manage budgets for operational functions.
• Monitor operational costs, identify efficiencies, and improve financial performance.
• Support strategic business decisions with operational insights and analytics.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven executive leadership experience in aviation or technical operations, preferably in core repairs, manufacturing, and warehouse management.
• Demonstrated experience managing senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Deep knowledge of operational systems, processes, and aviation industry standards.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage complex operations in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of leadership experience in aviation operations or related technical industries.
• Proven track record in core repairs administration and operational excellence.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Aviation Management, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience driving process improvements and operational KPIs.

Why Join Us?

• Lead a dynamic and growing aviation services company.
• Competitive compensation and bonus package.
• Comprehensive benefits and relocation support for Chicago-based role.
• Opportunity to shape operations at an executive level with visibility across the organisation.

Travel

• Limited travel may be required for vendor visits, industry events, or corporate meetings.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

About Tokio Marine:

Tokio Marine has been conducting business in the U.S. market for over a century and we are licensed in all states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia, and write all major lines of Commercial Property and Casualty Insurance. We provide unique insurance and risk management tools from our experienced staff of account executives, underwriters and loss prevention engineers and fair and timely claim settlement from a skilled team of claim professionals. We work with major brokers and leading independent insurance agents throughout the United States to serve the world's largest and most distinguished organizations.

We are committed to creating value for our customers by providing ANSHIN (safety, security and peace of mind). We strive to be creative and passionate as we work towards our long-term success.

Tokio Marine Holdings is Japan's oldest, and one of the largest property and casualty insurers. Founded in 1879, TMNF operates worldwide in 47 countries. With annual revenues of approximately $50 billion and an A.M. Best rating of A++, one of the highest in the industry, we are one of the top 20 insurance providers worldwide.

Job Summary

As a participant in the Shōrai Program, you will work alongside the most experienced insurance teams in the industry to gain in-depth knowledge of our business units, underwriting and risk control philosophy. Through our three-year educational and developmental framework, Shōrai associates will experience on-the-job learning, workplace mentoring and directed self-study, providing you with an excellent opportunity to launch a career at TMA.

Beyond daily responsibilities, there will be customized short- and long-term development plans, designed to deepen your underwriting knowledge through industry-recognized coursework and certifications.

To ensure thorough integration into TMA's customer-focused culture and to provide insight into essential roles within the Loss Control unit, participants will complete a rotation to another TMA branch office at the midpoint of the program. This experience will facilitate relationship-building with colleagues and contribute to expanding your understanding of TMA's operations.

Essential Job Functions

• Completion of 20-week HPR Training Program
• Under mentor supervision, performs loss control surveys of prospects and clients on request for underwriting information and evaluation from a loss control viewpoint for desirability.
• Coordinates loss control service to select clients requiring defined service standards.
• Under mentor supervision, prepares reports for clients, Underwriting and Branch offices concerning the loss control in effect, including loss analysis, conditions noted, recommendations for improvement and future needs.
• Assists in the development and presentation of programs and training seminars for clients and other departments in the Company.
• May respond to special requests from Underwriting Department and clients with prior approval from Loss Control Department Management.
• Maintains Loss Control instructions for multi-location clients being coordinated by Loss Control.
• Maintains membership and actively participates in professional organizations approved by Loss Control Management Departmental standards guidelines.
• Utilizes PC programs (LC360, Presentation Software, etc.) in preparing presentations for prospects and clients.
• Responsible for complying with proper internal controls as necessary to conduct job functions and/or carry out responsibilities and/or administrative activities at Company.

Other Functions

Perform other duties as may be assigned. Regular and reliable attendance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

TMA employs highly skilled professionals recognized for their expertise in the industry. In our recruitment efforts for the next generation of TMA employees, we consider graduating seniors as well as recent college graduates who have experience in the insurance sector.

• High-level professional skills: Data analysis, time and project management, oral and written communication skills, ability to work in a team environment, consultative customer service skills
• Comfort with ambiguity: Knowledge of successful approaches, tools, and techniques for dealing with changes and adapting to a changing environment; ability to adapt as needed.
• Learning agility: Ability to grasp new concepts, acquire new ways of seeing things, and revise ways of thinking and behaving, with the understanding that this is an ongoing business necessity.
• Judgement: Understanding of the issues related to the decision-making process; ability to analyze situations fully and accurately and reach productive decisions; meets all compliance standards and displays ethical behavior in all aspects of work.
• Emotional and cultural intelligence: Ability to recognize, understand and manage our own emotions as well as the emotions of others, responding appropriately to ensure the best outcomes for the good of the whole

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Fire Protection Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
• Technical accuracy and software skills
• Strong oral and written communication
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Capable of significant amounts of travel to include travel by automobile and by airplane.
• Valid driver's license free of any major violations.
• Physically capable of performing the job requirements - walking, carrying, and climbing.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Willingness to work across multiple locations throughout the program

Salary range $65,000 to $75,000. Ultimate salary offered will be based on factors such as applicant experience and geographic location. Our company offers a competitive benefits package and bonus eligibility on top of base.

TMA believes the perfect candidate is more than just a resume. If you don't meet every single requirement, but are still interested in the job, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefit package, which includes a generous 401K match. Our rich history of outstanding results and growth allow us to focus our business plan on continued growth, new products, people development and internal career opportunities.

EEO Statement

Tokio Marine Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to remain competitive we must attract, develop, motivate, and retain the most qualified employees regardless of age, color, race, religion, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, family circumstances, life experiences, marital status, military status, or sexual orientation.