Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Thornton, IL

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Senior Mechanical Engineer Design

  • PageGroup plc.
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Job Description Develop and design innovative products for the life science industry, ensuring functionality and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize product designs for...

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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

  • PageGroup plc.
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

The Successful Applicant A successful Senior Mechanical Design Engineer should have: A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field....

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Process Mechanical Engineer

  • Jacobs
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Process Mechanical Engineer in Wisconsin or Illinois....

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Mechanical Engineer - HVAC/Plumbing Job Details Black & Veatch Family of Companies

  • Black & Veatch
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

at Black & Veatch in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Mechanical Engineer - HVAC /Plumbing Date: Oct 21, 2025 Location: Chicago, IL, US Walnut Creek, CA, US Rancho Cordova, CA, US Denver...

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Mechanical Engineer (MEP) in Chicago

  • Energy Jobline ZR
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

You will be responsible for leading and helping to further grow our local office and Mechanical Engineering Department as well as participate in business development activities for the company....

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Entry Level Mechanical Engineer

  • SmithGroupJJR
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Entry Level Mechanical Engineer (12158) Requisition ID 12158 - Posted 10/23/2025 - SmithGroup, Inc. - Mechanical Engineering - Chicago, IL SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mission Critical

  • CLAYCO
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The Role We Want You For The Senior Mechanical Engineer will lead mechanical design projects, provide technical expertise, and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality engineering solutions for...

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Senior Site Reliability Engineer in Chicago

  • Energy Jobline ZR
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global...

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Mechanical Engineer II in Chicago

  • Energy Jobline ZR
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Engineering from an ABET-accredited program 3-5 years of experience in mechanical design engineering, preferably in building systems or related industries Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or...

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Advanced Technology Maintenance Engineer in Chicago

  • Energy Jobline ZR
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global...

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Pump Retrofits Mechanical Engineer -- ASME/Seismic Focus in Chicago

  • Energy Jobline ZR
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

What it takes Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Must have 5+ years in the pump or rotating equipment industry. SolidWorks mastery and strong mechanical design capability....

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LM Mechanical Engineer Intern

  • CITGO Petroleum Corporation
  • Lemont, IL (21 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lemont, IL (21 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Mechanical/Civil Engineering Intern The CITGO Lemont Refinery is searching for a Mechanical Engineer intern who will provide assistance on various projects for either the Project Engineering, Reliability...

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Site Reliability Engineer in Chicago

  • Energy Jobline ZR
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global...

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Remote Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Actalent
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer with over 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering....

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Lead Piping Stress Engineer 1 - Nuclear

  • Sargent & Lundy, LLC
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 2 days ago

, with an emphasis in solid mechanics, structural analysis, theory of elasticity, metallurgy, and finite element analysis P.E. license 10 or more years of relevant experience Extensive knowledge of...

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Salary for Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Thornton, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Mechanical Engineers in Thornton, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.6%
Master's Degree
32.5%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
High School or GED
1.8%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Mechanical Engineers in Thornton, IL
4-6 years
26.4%
2-4 years
25.9%
6-8 years
17.6%
Less than 1 year
10.4%
1-2 years
7.0%
8-10 years
5.9%
None
4.2%
10+ years
2.6%