Job Ref: # 2224418
Date Posted: 1/9/2026
City, State: Chichago, IL
Description
The Mechanical Engineer - Fluid Systems is responsible for designing, developing, and supporting fluid handling, pumping, and chemical injection systems used in industrial and commercial laundry applications. This role supports our mission to provide high-performance chemical delivery equipment, innovative solutions, and reliable technical support to our customers. The engineer will work closely with Manufacturing, R&D, Sales, and Field Service teams to ensure our systems are safe, efficient, and aligned with customer needs and industry requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Design & Engineering
- Design and develop fluid handling systems, including pumps, valves, tubing, flow meters, and chemical dispensing equipment.
- Perform system calculations related to flow rates, pressure drops, chemical dosing accuracy, and pump sizing.
- Create engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications using CAD tools (SolidWorks or similar).
- Develop and revise Bills of Materials (BOMs), assembly instructions, and system layouts.
- Evaluate materials of construction for chemical compatibility and long-term reliability.
- Product Development & Innovation
- Support new equipment development, enhancements, and improvements for chemical injection and automation systems.
- Collaborate with R&D on integrating controls, sensors, and monitoring technologies.
- Conduct testing and prototyping of components and assemblies.
- Assist in developing standardized designs for improved manufacturability and field serviceability.
Technical Support
- Provide engineering support to Field Service Technicians and Sales team for system troubleshooting, installations, and customer-specific applications.
- Assist in root-cause analysis and corrective actions for equipment or system performance issues.
- Develop technical documentation, manuals, and training materials for internal teams.
- Quality & Compliance
- Ensure systems meet relevant safety standards and internal quality requirements.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aligned with our quality and reliability expectations.
Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline experience.
- 2-5 years of experience in mechanical design, fluid systems, or equipment engineering.
- Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, pump systems, chemical/fluid dosing, and pressure/flow calculations.
- Experience with 3D CAD modeling (SolidWorks preferred).
- Knowledge of manufacturing methods, mechanical components, and system integration.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
- Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
- Experience with chemical handling equipment or industrial laundry systems.
- Familiarity with automation components, sensors, PLC interfaces, or fluid monitoring technology.
- Experience supporting field installations or technical service environments.
- Knowledge of chemical compatibility and industrial safety standards.
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