Job Description:
ITW Description:
Founded in 1912, ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a global industrial company centered on a differentiated and proprietary business model. The company's seven industry-leading segments leverage the ITW Business Model to generate solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW's more than 43,000 dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture. In 2020, the company achieved revenues of $12.9 billion, with roughly half coming from outside North America. To learn more, please visit www.itw.com .
Division Description
ITW Electronics Assembly Equipment (EAE) Division is made up of four brands strongly recognized by Contract Manufacturers and OEM's in the Electronics Market. The Division designs, develops and assembles capital equipment primarily used in the assembly process of Printed Circuit Boards (PCB's). In 2014 these companies had revenues of $228M with a long-range plan to achieve $375M by 2018.
Position Summary:
Research, sustain, and design electrical control systems for Wave Solder and Cleaning equipment, meeting engineering standards, applicable codes and customer specifications.
Education & Experience:
B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering
5-7 years of related electrical engineering experience, design calculations for sizing equipment, component selection and specifications
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, modify, fabricate, test, and evaluate electrical/electronic components, circuitry, and systems used in electronic and electromechanical equipment.
Complete electrical design activities from concept through product launch, including development of design specifications, component selection, material and instrument requirements, and electrical documentation.
Analyze and recommend design approaches, methods, materials, and processes to meet production requirements and improve existing products and processes.
Define I/O mapping and configure, test, and tune machine control systems, including PID control, VFDs, and motion control components.
Design and test PC-based computer interfaces and work with computer suppliers to establish hardware specifications for machine applications; create and deploy custom Windows images as required.
Conduct proto@type and experimental runs and compile and evaluate design and test data to develop technical specifications and support design decisions.
Review and approve engineering inputs, including drawings, specifications, bills of material (BOMs), and other technical documentation; complete engineering documentation through PCO release and follow applicable PCO/Special Order processes.
Provide electrical engineering support and troubleshooting to manufacturing, technical support, field service, sales, and customers related to product design, testing, installation, operation, and performance.
Work directly with customers and internal teams to gather requirements, evaluate feature requests, troubleshoot issues, and develop appropriate technical solutions.
Collaborate with mechanical engineering, software engineering, technical support, project management, and other functions throughout all phases of projects.
Assist with quotations and cost estimates for special/custom products and projects.
Plan, organize, and execute technical projects, monitoring progress, identifying potential schedule disruptions, and coordinating engineering resources to ensure timely completion.
Independently analyze and resolve complex technical problems and provide technical guidance and consultation to engineering staff and other departments.
Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and mentor and share knowledge with team members.
Perform light sub-assembly and other hands-on activities as needed to support product development, testing, and troubleshooting.
Work independently with minimal supervision and lead small, lower-risk engineering projects as assigned.
Demonstrate expertise in at least one machine platform and serve as a technical resource for that platform.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and demonstrate a commitment to ITW values, accountability, collaboration, customer focus, and professional development.
Core Competencies:
Ability to plan, organize and conduct technical projects within the time and financial constraints set for projects.
Knowledge of electrical systems for communication, sensor functions and PID control.
Experience with the design and development of projects involving software-controlled electromechanical system.
Experience in design of capital equipment.
Knowledge of transformer design and power supply sizing.
Working knowledge of stepper and servo motion control system.
A solid understanding of PID parameters with respect to drives.
Ability to measure, test and tune motion control systems for optimal mechanical behavior.
Knowledge and use of logic analyzers and oscilloscope.
Proficient in the use of SolidWorks is a plus.
Take this opportunity to join a professional and successful team where you can make a significant impact immediately. Enjoy competitive compensation and generous benefits that includes health, dental, life and LTD insurance, paid parental leave, 401k (with match), and a generous tuition reimbursement program.
ITW EAE is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Compensation Information:
$95,000 - $105,000/yr depending on experience
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
