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Job Description:

Company Description:

Founded in 1912, Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) is one of the world’s leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, consumables and related service businesses. Through a unique business model focused on decentralization and an entrepreneurial culture, business units are encouraged to innovate and execute ITW’s front to back process. ITW businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with a significant presence in developed as well as emerging markets. The company has operations in 56 countries that employ more than 50,000 women and men who adhere to the highest ethical standards.

Job Description:

The electrical engineer reports to the engineering manager and is responsible and accountable for the electrical design and modification of product offerings. They produce all necessary electrical documentation to purchase components, assemble and test standard and custom systems. They work in a team environment with all departments to meet the needs of internal and external customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ Design equipment, components and products using electrical design software

+ Create wiring diagrams, schematics and system installation drawings

+ Assist and give directions on how to perform tests, run customer samples, and other related responsibilities in the laboratory.

+ Structure and enter parts and BOM’s

+ Provide necessary customer support in repairing equipment and troubleshooting systems through virtual or in the field support

+ Research and prepare cost estimates for customer orders or design improvements

+ Assist the manufacturing department with assembly and operational testing

+ Prepare manuals and other written customer support documentation

+ Evaluates customer requests to develop new concepts, products or processes

+ Support sales, customer service and purchasing with technical issues

+ Occasional travel to customer sites for new equipment start-up

+ Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have a four-year degree in electrical engineering (BSEE) or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess 5 years' experience in the electrical engineering field. Candidates with comparable experience and/or skills are encouraged to apply. Additional qualifications include:

+ Strong mathematical skills

+ Demonstrable competency in design & analysis of Analog and Digital circuits.

+ Proven design work with Analog Sensors, Filter design, Signal processing, Closed Loop Control and Instrumentation electronics required.

+ Must possess good communication (both written and verbal)

+ Working knowledge of electronic assembly process required

+ Producing detailed designs for product development

+ Knowledge of CAD packages such as AutoCAD, PADS required, SolidWorks, Mentor Graphics would be a plus

+ Ability to use and operate test equipment such as Oscilloscopes, logic, Dynamic Signal, and spectrum analyzers, as well as other various pieces of test equipment required

+ Good mechanical skills are a plus (small hand tools – solder gun, drill)

+ Working as part of a multi-disciplined development team.

+ Able to tackle both analytical and practical work when required.

+ Prototyping designs, testing them and producing test documentation and reports.

+ Experience with system regulatory/compliance requirements EMC standards, the EU Low Voltage Directive, and UL/Cul standards a plus

+ Working with external suppliers with component design, specification and integration.

+ Technical aptitude to understand product function and application

+ Understand and implement cost vs. benefit analysis and product standardization concepts

+ Solid computer skills (MS Office applications and Windows-based programs)

ITW Company Overview

ITW was built on innovation and the strength of new ideas. These values have helped us expand into multiple platforms in nearly 60 countries. But at each of our businesses, the independent entrepreneurial spirit and freedom to innovate remain strong. It’s the highly talented people at ITW businesses all over the world who drive our success through new products and customer driven solutions. Together, we are ITW—a Fortune 200 company that has prospered for 100 years, and changed the way people live and work, all over the world.

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.

Compensation Information:

Pay Range: $120,000-$140,000

Our employees enjoy Competitive, merit-based Salaries, Plus Excellent Benefits including:

+ Heath and dental insurance

+ Company Paid Life insurance/short- and Long-Term disability

+ 401K Plan with generous company Match

+ Vacation, sick days, and Holidays

+ Continuing education reimbursement program

+ Flexible Spending Accounts