Engineer Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

An Engineer in the manufacturing engineering industry primarily focuses on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of manufacturing processes. They design, implement, monitor, and maintain manufacturing systems and equipment. Engineers in this field are involved in the creation and production of a wide range of products, from vehicles to household appliances. They often work closely with other professionals such as designers and quality control specialists, to ensure that the manufacturing process is as efficient as possible and adheres to safety standards and regulations.

To be successful in this role, an engineer should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as in-depth knowledge of manufacturing systems and machinery. Proficiency in CAD software and other industry-related software is typically required. A bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering or a related field is usually necessary, and certification from professional bodies, such as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) or the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME), can enhance job prospects. Prior to becoming an Engineer, a person could hold job roles such as a Production Technician, Process Engineer, or Quality Control Analyst.

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Proposal Engineer - Roselle, IL

  • Roselle, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Roselle, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Assist with project team responsibilities as needed.Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Experience: 3-5 years of experience in equipment manufacturing engineering and automation...

Engineer Project Associate- HVAC

  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

We are looking for an Engineer Project Associate to join our HVAC Team in Northbrook, IL. This role is HYBRID and requires candidates to be local to our site 3 days per week....

Electrification Engineer, Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

  • Itasca, IL (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Itasca, IL (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Infrastructure Engineers is seeking an Electrification Engineer to support the rapid growth of the rails transit systems section and projects around the country....

Electrical Design Engineer Addison, IL Onsite

  • Addison, IL (22 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Addison, IL (22 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Title: Electrical Design Engineer Location: Addison, IL | Onsite Duration: 6-12+ Months Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled Electrical Design Engineer with expertise in AutoCAD or SolidWorks...

Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (6 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (6 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

This is an exciting opportunity to support the Abbott Diabetes Care Team as a Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer....

Associate Engineer - Rotational Training Program

  • Mount Prospect, IL (12 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (12 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago

responsible for all technical correspondence between the customer and our design and manufacturing groups....

Service and Support Engineer-Additive Manufacturing

  • West Dundee, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Dundee, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago

We are looking to recruit a Service and Support Engineer in the Greater Chicago, IL area. Travel expectations for this role typically exceed 90%....

Service and Support Engineer

  • West Dundee, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Dundee, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Education and Experience: Preferred Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Technology equivalent, Electrical, Mechanical, or Optical Engineering, or professional equivalent (3...

Continuous Improvement Engineer

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago

The primary result expected from the Continuous Improvement Engineer is to assist in the development and implementation of the continuous improvement/lean vision for the organization by coaching, mentoring...

Reliability Engineer

  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago

**Education & Experience** + Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering. + Minimum of 10 years of chemical plant-based maintenance and engineering experience. + Minimum of 5 years of reliability...

Field Service Engineer

  • Northlake, IL (22 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Northlake, IL (22 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago

The engineer will also support continuous improvement efforts by analyzing system performance and implementing operational enhancements....

Ultrasound Transducer Engineer - REQ42185-8667

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Designs, builds, and tests ultrasound transducers using a design for manufacturing approach....

Service & Support Engineer-Raman

  • West Dundee, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • West Dundee, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Education and Experience: Preferred Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Technology equivalent, Electrical, Mechanical, or Optical Engineering, or professional equivalent (3...

Senior Operations Engineer

  • Niles, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Niles, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago

mentoring to other Engineers and supporting process improvements....

Controls Engineer, Automation

  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Test run equipment to validate software quality and performance Work with assembly personnel and mechanical design engineer to ensure all mechanical setups and alignments are properly completed Work...

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Salary for Engineer Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Engineers in Lake Forest, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.9%
Master's Degree
32.0%
Associate's Degree
7.7%
Doctorate Degree
4.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.9%
High School or GED
2.9%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Engineers in Lake Forest, IL
1-2 years
30.8%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
15.4%
2-4 years
11.5%
4-6 years
11.5%
8-10 years
7.7%
6-8 years
3.8%



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