Engineering Village Jobs in Palatine

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

Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Barrington, IL 60010

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $115k-130k

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Holiday Pay, Retirement, Life Insurance, and many more….

Overview: Our client is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a highly visible role that is designed to evolve into a true subject matter expert position, with clear leadership potential over time. This is an opportunity to own complex manufacturing processes end-to-end, influence technical direction, and become a go-to resource across engineering and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a technical authority for assigned manufacturing processes and product lines
• Lead manufacturing process design, optimization, and validation for precision metal components
• Drive Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives (yield, cycle time, scrap, cost)
• Partner cross-functionally with Design Engineering, Quality, and Operations on new product introductions
• Develop and improve tooling, fixturing, work instructions, and standard processes
• Troubleshoot complex manufacturing and quality issues using data-driven root cause analysis
• Support capacity planning, capital equipment justification, and implementation
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians; contribute to long-term technical strategy
• Gradually take on informal and formal leadership responsibilities as the role matures

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or similar)
• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in precision manufacturing environments
• Strong background in metal forming, stamping, springs, or closely related processes preferred
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, process optimization, and root cause analysis
• Ability to operate as both a hands-on problem solver and strategic technical resource
• Strong communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally

Weekly Gross Pay: $2479.00 - $2679.00

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL, United States

Start date: 4/12/2026

Assignment length: 12 Weeks

Minimum years of relevant experience in healthcare: 2 years

Job type: Traveler

Shift: Night (5x8)

Certifications: ARRT(CT)/BCLS/BLS - American Heart Association

Position Highlights

• 12-week travel contract
• Competitive weekly pay package
• Work with an experienced clinical and recruiting team
• Quick start options available (inquire for details)

Titan Medical is looking for travelers to fill a Travel CT Technologist position for a 13-week assignment in Elk Grove Village, IL! Call Titan for additional details. (866) 332-9600

• Day-one medical, dental & vision insurance
• Loyalty bonus after 2,080 hours
• Life and short-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Referral bonus up to $1,500
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Licensure and CEU reimbursement
• Experienced clinical team available to support you throughout your assignment
• Titan Medical App available on the Apple Store & Google Play

Titan Medical provides access to thousands of travel nursing and allied health jobs nationwide. Your dedicated recruiter will help you:

• Build a strong traveler profile by improving your résumé and showcasing your skills
• Increase your chances of landing the assignment you want
• Travel with a top healthcare staffing company in the industry

Ready to apply or want more information?
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Senior Air Import Specialist - Elk Grove Village, IL

$65,000 - $75,000 (Dependent on experience)

For the selected candidate, we will offer full health benefits, 3 weeks PTO, 401(k) match

With over 40 years in business, we are a dynamic logistics and supply chain organization focused on managing international transportation, global sourcing, and cross-border trade operations. By leveraging our network of international partners and transportation providers, we ensure the efficient and reliable movement of goods across global markets. Headquartered in the United States, we operate a global network of over 1,200 employees across 15 offices throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.

Position Overview

The Senior Air Import Specialist will play a critical role in managing inbound air freight operations and coordinating with international suppliers and logistics partners to ensure shipments move efficiently from origin to final delivery. A large portion of this role will support pharmaceutical and life sciences imports, requiring a high level of accuracy, attention to documentation, and coordination with partners handling temperature-sensitive and regulated shipments.

This role serves as a key point of contact between suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal teams to ensure shipments are processed efficiently and in compliance with import regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage international air import shipments from origin through final delivery
• Communicate with overseas suppliers, freight forwarders, and airline partners to schedule and track inbound air freight
• Support the import of pharmaceutical and life sciences products, ensuring proper handling and documentation for regulated or temperature-sensitive shipments
• Prepare, review, and process air import documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, and arrival notices
• Work closely with customs brokers to ensure timely and compliant customs clearance
• Monitor inbound shipments and proactively address flight delays, customs holds, or documentation issues
• Coordinate domestic transportation and final delivery once shipments arrive at U.S. airports
• Ensure compliance with U.S. import regulations, customs requirements, and company policies
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, freight invoices, and import documentation
• Track freight costs, duties, and tariffs when applicable
• Provide shipment updates and logistics reporting to internal teams and stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to improve shipment visibility and logistics processes

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in a similar air import role
• Experience supporting pharmaceutical/healthcare shipments strongly preferred but not required
• Basic knowledge of customs procedures, shipping documentation, and international logistics processes
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Corporate Resources, on behalf of our client located in Elk Grove Village, is hiring a Senior Air Import Specialist.

Job Title:

Jr Buyer

Location (City, State):

Elk Grove Village, Hybrid

Industry:

Retail

Pay:

$28–$30 per hour

Benefits:

This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a well-established organization to identify a Sourcing / Buyer Assistant to support their procurement team. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a collaborative sourcing environment and could convert to a permanent position for the right candidate.

Job Description:

The Sourcing / Buyer Assistant will provide operational and administrative support to a procurement team responsible for managing vendor relationships, purchasing activities, and category data. This role is highly system-focused and will involve working with internal reporting, maintaining purchasing records, and assisting sourcing leaders with daily operational tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and operational support to sourcing team members
• Enter and maintain purchasing and item data within internal systems
• Generate reports and assist with basic data analysis to support sourcing initiatives
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure product and item information is accurate
• Monitor supplier updates and follow up on outstanding requests or documentation
• Assist with tracking projects, purchasing programs, and promotional initiatives
• Help resolve discrepancies related to orders, data, or supplier information
• Support documentation and reporting for procurement activities

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of experience in a corporate environment within supply chain, procurement, analytics, or a related operational role
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• Intermediate Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
• Experience with ERP or CRM systems such as SAP or Salesforce is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage system-driven tasks

Perks:

• Opportunity to gain experience within a large, structured procurement team
• Exposure to sourcing processes and enterprise systems
• Hybrid work schedule
• Strong potential for long-term career growth within procurement and supply chain.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

An international automation machine manufacturing company located in Elk Grove Village, IL area is currently seeking a Bilingual (Japanese/ English) Sales Account Manager. This position is responsible for maintain good relationships with the key accounts and deliver customer oriented technical support and prompt solutions. This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package.

Bilingual (Japanese/ English) Sales Account Manager Responsibilities:

• Build relations with clients and develop new business opportunities
• Follow up with customers via email, phone, and in person
• Travel to customer locations to deliver customer-oriented support and prompt solutions
• Analyze and understand customer trends to develop business opportunities
• Monitor client’s budget and negotiate new terms as needed
• Provide sales quotations and respond to requests for proposals
• Prepare and analyze revenue forecasts
• Coordinate internal resources to resolve quality related issues
• Other duties as assigned

Bilingual (Japanese/ English) Sales Account Manager Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Economics, or relevant fields are preferred
• Advance conversational level of Japanese language level is required.
• Experience account management and / or new business development
• Excellent communication skills in written and verbal English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Organizational and time management ability
• Ability to visit client’s sites to 40% of the time (mostly local, and occasionally in the Midwest areas)
• Must have excellent presentation, communication, computer and time management skills
• While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

Merx Truck & Trailer is a chain of heavy-duty repair shops servicing truck fleets.

What You’ll Do

• Book your own appointments with local companies owning trucking fleets
• Close new accounts & build your territory
• Maintain relationships with fleet managers, shop managers to get ongoing business

Compensation

• $80,000 OTE Year 1, $120,000 OTE Year 2
• Benefits - PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401(K)

Location

• Elk Grove Village, IL

Why join us?

• Earn commission off of $1 without a quota or a gate
• Keep your accounts and grow your book of business, not start from 0 every month
• You will shape the culture & help grow the organization from 6 to 60 locations
• Fast-moving team that rewards performance
• You'll make your own destiny - we move fast and expect the same

Skills & Experience Required

• 1-5 years
• Proven prospecting trackrecord
• Strong closer
• Good account management skills
• Able to quickly learn clinical materials & technical info
• Monster work ethic

If you want to be part of a high energy startup & a world-class sales team, apply today.

Keywords: Account Executive, AE, Sales Executive, Senior Account Executive, Business Development Manager, Sales Manager (Individual Contributor), Closing Sales, Full-Cycle Sales, Quota-Carrying Role, B2B Sales, B2C Sales, SMB Sales, Mid-Market Sales, Enterprise Sales, New Business, New Logo Acquisition, Account Management, Territory Management, Pipeline Management, Deal Management, Forecasting, Revenue Generation, Consultative Selling, Solution Selling, Value-Based Selling, Discovery Calls, Demos, Presentations, Negotiation, Contract Closing, CRM Experience, Salesforce, HubSpot, Pipedrive, Zoho CRM, Microsoft Dynamics, Sales Methodology, MEDDICC, SPIN Selling, Challenger Sale, Sandler Sales, Inbound Sales, Outbound Sales, Prospecting, Lead Qualification, Customer Acquisition, Customer Retention, Upselling, Cross-Selling, Commission, Uncapped Commission, Performance-Based Compensation, Sales Targets, KPIs, Inside Sales

CNC Supervisor

Elk Grove Village, IL

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead CNC Machinist to spearhead our machining team. In this pivotal role, you will balance technical expertise with leadership, overseeing the setup and operation of CNC centers while mentoring a team of machinists. From low-volume prototypes to high-volume production, you will ensure every part meets our rigorous quality and safety standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of machinists in the setup, troubleshooting, and operation of CNC machine centers.
• Technical Operations: Perform Manual Data Input (MDI) programming and monitor parts throughout the entire machining process.
• Quality Control: Utilize manual gauges and instruments for precise inspections; interpret 2-D drawings and GD&T to ensure absolute accuracy.
• Operational Excellence: Participate in Lean manufacturing initiatives, Gemba walks, and daily activity tracking to optimize workflow.
• Collaboration: Work closely with team members to solve technical issues and collaborate with management on project estimation and quoting.
• Safety & Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to all company safety protocols and quality procedures.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience: 3–5 years of CNC Machinist/Operator experience plus 3–5 years of CNC Programming experience.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Leadership: Proven ability to successfully lead and develop a team with varying skill levels.
• Technical Skills: Deep understanding of GD&T, 2-D drawing interpretation, and manual inspection tools.
• Soft Skills: High attention to detail, strong verbal/written communication, and the ability to manage confidential information.
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility: Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and work overtime as business needs require.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced production setting with exposure to moderate noise levels.
• Requires the use of standard PPE (gloves, safety glasses, etc.).
• A collaborative atmosphere focused on continuous improvement and Lean principles.

Mackie Consultants, LLC, a leading consultant in Civil Engineering and Land Surveying located in Rosemont, IL, has an opening for a Civil Design Engineer with 4+ years of experience. Selected candidate should possess entry level knowledge of site grading, stormwater management, sanitary sewer design, water supply systems and basic roadway design for private and public sector projects. Candidate should be able to handle a multitude of projects for clients in both the public and private sector.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform design and analysis for civil engineering projects using approved computer programs and manual computations in accordance with the accepted design practice.
• Work independently on design and production of construction plans, specification and cost estimates.
• Prepare design calculations quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
• Work closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
• Perform their own CAD work.
• Attend project meetings both internally and with clients.
• Assist Project Manager with project administrative activities, document controls and project scheduling.
• Other assignments as needed.

Key Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering.
• 4+ Years of experience.
• PE license preferred.
• Working knowledge and experience with state and regional regulations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of MicroStation preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Mackie Consultants is part of The Burke Group (TBG). We are a fast-growing family of 9 companies offering civil engineering and land surveying services throughout the Midwest. We offer a professional work environment as well as exceptional learning opportunities to those engineers committed to personal service and professional growth. We seek out experienced and responsive professionals who are committed to personal service. Mackie Consultants offers high growth potential and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, disability, PTO days as well as an employer matching 401(k) program.

Mackie Consultants, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Mackie Consultants, LLC to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, parenthood, creed, veteran’s status, veteran’s disability and physical or mental disability, citizenship status or unfavorable discharge from the military. Mackie Consultants, LLC intends that all matters related to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, terminations and layoffs and recalls, as well as all Mackie Consultants, LLC sponsored social and recreational programs, and all treatment on the job, be free of unlawful discriminatory practices.