Electrical Engineer

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 46,000 dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture.  To learn more, please visit www.itw.com 

Division Description:

ITW Electronics Assembly Equipment (EAE) Division is made up of five brands strongly recognized by Contract Manufacturers and OEMs in the Electronics and Industrial Markets.  The Division designs, develops, manufactures, and markets capital equipment primarily used in the assembly process of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and other industrial applications. 

For more information visit www.itweae.com.

Position Purpose

Develops and applies advanced electronic engineering theories, methods and research techniques in the investigation and solution of complex and advanced technical problems.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering
2. Minimum of  years of applicable experience. 

Skills Required:

1. Experience in the implementation and management of large-scale projects that include mechanical, electrical, software and technical documentation development, industrial equipment design is a plus
2. Strong mathematical skills, Physics skills and optical design is a plus 
3. Strong PCB and circuit design for analog and digital circuits
4. Must have good written and verbal communication skills
5. Strong leadership qualities should include initiative, communications, team leadership, training and coaching skills
6. Working knowledge of industrial electronics, motion control devices, PC based control systems, power supplies, motor drives, amplifiers, mechanical assemblies, software development, manufacturing practices and technical documentation is required
7. Ability to design and layout power distribution panels
8. Working knowledge of electronic assembly process is a plus
9. Computer skills must include detailed knowledge of PC operation and PC construction, familiarity with USB and PCI bus is a plus.
10. Knowledge of CAD packages is required, SolidWorks, Pulsonix, Mentor Graphics, Orcad
11. Working knowledge of MRP system such as:  QAD MFG Pro
12. Ability use and operate test equipment such as Oscilloscopes, logic, Dynamic Signal, and spectrum analyzers, as well as other various pieces of test equipment.
13. Ability to measure, test and tune motion control systems for optimal mechanical behavior
14. Ability to create electrical and pneumatic schematics
15. Experience with system regulatory/compliance requirements and safety and immunity implementations is a plus
16. Experience with motion control systems – Galil is preferred
17. Component engineering experience is a plus

   Essential function of the job (responsibilities):

1. Directs projects or major phases of design projects and coordinates the efforts of technical support staff
2. Analyzes, evaluates and plans methods of approach and organizes means to achieve the solution of complex technical problems
3. Establishes and defines the theoretical basis and principles which should apply and the estimated time, expense and manpower for completion
4. Conducts investigations or tests of considerable complexity pertaining to the development of new designs, methods, materials or processes
5. Recommends corrections, in technical analysis and design to ensure project completion
6. Perform design and testing systems including PC based computer interfaces, motion control sizing of components and integration of them into standard systems
7. Selection of components
8. Light sub-assembly duties for prototype development
9. Completion of Engineering Documentation thru a controlled PCO or ECO release process
10. Provide information and technical support from Engineering to other departments
11. Specifies equipment, materials and supplies required for completion and implementation of technical projects
12. Design of simple to complex PCB’s with mixed analog and digital design.

Physical requirements and working conditions:

Normal working conditions involve seated computer work and occasional operation and work on Speedline equipment products.  Conditions include standing, 20%, bending and climbing over equipment, 10%, sitting at PC workstations, 50%, walking, 10%, light lifting of equipment or components up to 25 pounds, 10%

Travel up to 10% including international travel.

ITW 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. 

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please email jsoares@itweae.com to request assistance. No other requests will be acknowledged.