Mechanical Engineer

Job description

**Job Description:**

This position will provide engineering design and support on divisional as well as technology development projects, about 80% office engineering design, support and administration, 20% prototyping, testing, and iterating those designs.

Percentage split will vary throughout year based on projects.

**Essential Functions:**

+ Partners with Senior Engineers to develop design concepts, validate technical feasibility, and ensure alignment with project objectives using SolidWorks drafting and design software and PDM configuration management.
+ Manage full lifecycle of projects
+ Identifies opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement in product design, materials, and processes.

This included molded parts, sheet metal, weldments, machined components, extrusions, and forgings
+ Applies sound engineering judgment and problem-solving skills to analyze complex technical challenges.
+ Experience dimensioning and tolerancing parts/assemblies is required.

Employee shall be able to analyze the effect of assembly tolerance stack-up.
+ Prepare new or revised part/assembly models/drawings, illustrations and be able to perform cost studies for the designs.
+ Support the construction of prototypes by performing or instructing Laboratory Technicians on modifying existing components, procuring rapid prototyped parts, building wire harnesses, basic sheet metal fabrication, and basic hand tool use.
+ Assist in the setting up of test instrumentation, perform various engineering tests and assist with problem solving.

**Minimum Qualifications:**

+ Minimum Bachelors of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
+ At least 1-2 years of job relevant experience
+ Experience with various types of hand tools, machines, and fabrication tools
+ Experience with SolidWorks & AutoCAD, MS Word & Excel, PDM.
+ Ability to understand, create, & sustain circuit/system diagrams
+ A strong candidate will be able to understand, modify, and compose computer programming languages for data manipulation and processing.

Examples include C, C++, Python, PowerShell, and VBASIC.
+ Candidate must be able to work effectively in a team environment, and as an individual contributor with minimal supervision.
+ Candidate must be a highly motivated team player with a positive attitude, and able to prioritize tasks and utilize time effectively.

**Company Description**

Comprised of a market-leading portfolio of best-in-class brands, the businesses of ITW Welding work together to provide premium performance delivered through a breadth of solutions encompassing welding, cutting, consumables, and accessories.

ITW Welding North America represents Miller Electric Welding Equipment, Safety & Accessories, Hobart Filler Metals, and Bernard / Tregaskiss MIG Guns.

Miller Electric Mfg.

LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (http://www.itw.com/) (NYSE: ITW).

The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality and responsiveness.

Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment.

The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929, to the world’s largest manufacturer of arc welding products.

Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people.

**Additional Information**

ITW Welding is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

**Why ITW Welding?**

Here’s what we offer to help you build the future you want:

+ **Generous Retirement Benefits –** 401(k) match PLUS an additional retirement contribution to help you plan for the future.
+ **Paid Time Off –** 11 paid holidays, 5 sick days, and vacation time to take time for what matters.
+ **Company-Paid Insurance –** Life, AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance to give you peace of mind.
+ **Family-Friendly Benefits –** 4 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement to support your family journey.
+ **Education Assistance –** tuition reimbursement because we believe in investing in your personal and professional development.

At ITW Welding, we’re not just a place to work – we’re a community that empowers you to grow and make a real impact.

Join us and build a career that makes a difference!

_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._

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