Mechanical Engineer

Company Description

ITW Description:

Founded in 1912, ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a global industrial company built around 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 approximately 45,000 dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in the company’s decentralized, entrepreneurial culture. In 2019, the company achieved revenues of $14.1 billion, with roughly half coming from outside North America.

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for providing Engineering and development support of Wiper blades product market to fuel the growth and innovation of ITW Global Brand’s automotive aftermarket business.  This role provides dynamic technical support, leadership and innovation from product inception through post-launch.  Mechanical Engineer is responsible to lead the engineering, creates and evaluates technological developments, investigates feasibility of new engineering techniques, components, processes, and materials.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conceive, plan, develop, and coordinate project components as an individual contributor or as a member of a cross-functional team.
• Support and/or complete medium to higher level complexity engineering tasks/projects as assigned to meet business objectives.
• Create and develop engineering project documentation, i.e. bill of materials, drawings and specifications
• Develop prototypes and test plans; validate as required.
• Participate in or conduct design reviews and provide feedback, using the appropriate tools i.e.
• FMEA, field and lab testing
• Research and provide the required product information to support sales, service, and marketing to satisfy customer needs.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve engineering project issues related to design.
• Execute projects on time and within cost targets.
• Support and implement product release plans to transition new designs to manufacturing and service teams.
• Support existing product lines in VA/VE, product improvements, and sourcing activities.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute to IP development.
• Conduct IP study for the existing product and technology
• Design verification and validation testing of new designs/new products. Assist in the iterative redesign of products as needed.
• Create test reports and summary presentations.
• Coordinate engineering activities with other departments including change plans, engineering changes, performance/agency testing and trial runs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering with 7+ years’ experience required.
• 5+ years of engineering-related experience
  • 3D part and assembly modeling, design of mechanisms
  • Proven track record of moving projects from concept to production
• 5+ years of SolidWorks experience
  • Mechanical Design, Analysis (FEA etc) and PDM Tools
• Ability to use engineering risk assessment tools.
• Proficiency in all computer-related software packages (Microsoft Office, etc.) and additional technologies as required to move engineering projects forward.
• Ability to build relationships within the business arena, across the organization, and externally.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, listening, negotiation, consultative skills and presentation skills are required with the ability to prioritize and follow up
• Must be a creative thinker, adaptable, flexible, and have a sense of urgency along with high level organizational and task planning skills.
• Experience in validation testing and technical writing required.

Additional Information

 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.  

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.  

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.