Job Description

Level: Experienced
Job Location: Hollister Whitney (O) - Quincy, IL 62305
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: 4 Year Degree
Job Shift: Normal Business Hours
Job Category: SalariedSystems Mechanical Engineer
Regular Position, Full Time
Quincy, IL
If you are a forward-thinking engineering professional interested in product innovation, system design, and continuous improvement, we invite you to explore this opportunity! We are seeking a technically driven Systems Mechanical Engineer to join our Hollister-Whitney team at Vantage Elevation.
You’ll play a hands-on role in developing, testing, and certifying elevator systems that support safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions used every day.
About Us
Vantage Elevation, LLC is an independent, industry-leading manufacturer of elevator components and systems with a long history of innovation and reliability.
Founded in 1899, Vantage employs over 1,000 people across manufacturing sites and offices in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Through its family of brands—GAL Manufacturing, GAL Canada, Hollister-Whitney, Elevator Controls, Courion, Bore-Max, Thames Valley Controls, and Vertical Dimensions—Vantage supports nearly every electro-mechanical device used in modern elevators.
Vantage’s mission is to safely connect people and communities by providing reliable elevator solutions. We support our teams, work closely with our customers, and hold ourselves accountable for quality, safety, and integrity in everything we do.

Requirements
We are searching for a candidate with:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 8–10 years of experience in elevator applications and R&D environments
- Strong experience leading medium to large-scale engineering projects with minimal guidance
- Experience working across multiple teams in a fast-paced R&D or manufacturing environment
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Inventor, Excel, and Microsoft Office
- Experience creating 3D models, assemblies, and complex dimensioned drawings
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as sheet metal fabrication, stamping, and machining
- Experience performing DFMEAs, FEAs, and other design validation tools and principles
- Experience managing material masters within CAD and ERP systems (Visual ERP a plus)
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A strong work ethic with effective time management and organizational skills
- Elevator industry experience strongly preferred
Duties and Responsibilities
A typical day may include:
- Developing, testing, and certifying modernization and new equipment elevator systems
- Leading and driving engineering projects from concept through production readiness
- Creating 3D models, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings
- Applying Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Lean principles to system designs
- Performing design analysis, experiments, DFMEAs, and FEAs to validate performance and quality
- Collaborating with manufacturing, supply chain, sales, technical support, product management, and program management teams
- Supporting troubleshooting efforts and system evaluations when needed
- Contributing ideas for new products and improvements to existing products
- Assisting in the development of calculation methods to support system integration
- Participating in testing activities within shop and test tower environments
- Occasional visits to job sites as needed
Benefits of Working With Us
- Competitive Salary
- Relocation package may be available for the right candidate
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement savings plan
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Hands-on exposure to manufacturing, testing, and product lifecycle engineering
- A collaborative, safety-focused work environment
Position Details
- Full-time, regular position
- Standard weekday schedule
- Position based in Quincy, IL