Business Details
49 Years
experience
Engineering Design & Development in Morton, IL
Since 1977, Engineering Design & Development has been a trusted leader in precision machining and engineering solutions. Our expertise spans working with diverse materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and plastics, delivering custom parts with tolerances as tight as .0001. With an average employee tenure of 17 years, our team combines deep industry experience with advanced capabilities in milling, turning, grinding, and broaching.ISO 9001/2015 certified and committed to Six Sigma principles, we maintain a 99% on-time delivery rate and less than 1% rejection rate over four years. Our Caterpillar MQ11005 Bronze certification underscores our dedication to quality, supported by comprehensive inspection records available to clients. We prioritize intelligent effort in every project, ensuring unmatched precision and reliability for industries requiring exacting standards.
Services
CNC Milling
CNC Turning
Centerless Grinding
Surface Grinding
Broaching
Welding
Inspection Services
Manufacturing Process Design
Reverse Engineering
Honing
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We have 45+ years of experience in precision machining since 1977.
- Our team maintains a 99% on-time delivery rate over four years.
- ISO 9001/2015 certified with Six Sigma methodology implementation.
- Employees average 17 years of tenure, ensuring unmatched expertise.
- Caterpillar MQ11005 Bronze certified for quality and delivery performance.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001/2015
- Caterpillar MQ11005 Bronze
Services
CNC Milling
Our CNC milling services deliver complex, high-precision components using advanced multi-axis machines. We handle materials from aluminum to hardened steels, ensuring tolerances within .0001 for aerospace, automotive, and industrial clients. With decades of expertise, we optimize efficiency and accuracy for prototyping or large-scale production.
Centerless Grinding
Centerless grinding services achieve ultra-precise diameters and surface finishes on cylindrical parts without requiring centers. Our capabilities include grinding to .0001 tolerances for shafts, pins, and rollers, serving industries needing high-volume consistency and material integrity.
Reverse Engineering
We reverse-engineer components using 3D scanning and CAD modeling to recreate parts with exact specifications. This service supports legacy equipment maintenance and design improvements, combining modern technology with our team's deep manufacturing knowledge for accurate, functional reproductions.
Welding
Our AWS-certified welders perform MIG welding on all weldable alloys, including pre/post-heat treatment between 220-425F. We offer brazing and silver soldering for specialized applications, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with industry standards for custom fabrication projects.
Inspection Services
Comprehensive inspection services include dimensional checks, material testing, and non-destructive evaluations using calibrated equipment. As ISO 9001/2015 certified professionals, we maintain detailed records for traceability, ensuring every component meets rigorous quality benchmarks before client delivery.
People
Tad Wharram
President
Leading strategic operations and growth initiatives, Tad ensures the company maintains its reputation for precision and reliability through continuous process improvement and client-focused leadership.
Jamey Bieneman
Director of Purchasing
With 28 years of experience, Jamey oversees procurement and customer service, leveraging deep manufacturing knowledge to optimize supply chains and ensure client satisfaction through quality-driven solutions.
Mark Umholtz
Quality Manager
Mark leads quality assurance efforts, maintaining ISO 9001/2015 compliance and implementing Six Sigma practices to uphold the company's 99% on-time delivery and sub-1% rejection rates.
Terry E. Schmidt II
Plant Manager
Terry directs daily operations, ensuring efficient production workflows and adherence to strict quality standards across all machining, grinding, and fabrication processes.
Sheera Fortner
Office Manager
Sheera manages administrative operations, coordinating communication and logistics to support seamless client interactions and internal team productivity.
Questions
What materials do you work with for machining?
We handle carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, gray iron, brass, bronze, plastics, and steel forgings for custom precision components.
Are you ISO 9001 certified?
Yes, we are ISO 9001/2015 certified and follow Six Sigma principles to ensure consistent quality and process efficiency.
What is your typical delivery timeframe?
We maintain a 99% on-time delivery rate over the past four years, with production schedules optimized for client deadlines.
Do you offer reverse engineering services?
Yes, we use 3D scanning and CAD modeling to replicate or improve existing components with exacting precision.
