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Job Description:

The **NPD Engineer Intern (Rising Junior)** is responsible for supporting new product development quality through designing and technical analysis of mechanical components using various engineering methods, testing and inspection. This internship will focus on developing solutions for required product features or performance, troubleshooting product development issues, and implementing corrective actions at the Global Tool Unit’s (GTU) Lake Forest IL facility.

Core Responsibilities:

• Participate as a member of the GTU’s New Product Development team

• Identify design and performance gaps in the GTU’s parts and products. Recommend and implement improvements with a focus on mechanical systems

• Develop component designs using CAD (Creo)

• Use Engineering methodologies, develop & monitor tests to demonstrate improvements to product performance

Expected Learnings:

• Component design with CAD (Creo)

• Design of experiments

• Applied physics. Learn about basic energy conversion methods, mechanical machine design, gas fuel combustion tool design theory

• Connection between engineering, manufacturing, and business/market needs

• Understanding of production inefficiencies, data interpretation, and problem resolution with a focus on high quality outcomes

• Ability to work on and communicate with multi-disciplinary teams

Job Requirements:

• Rising Junior with a Mechanical Engineering major required

• Have had courses in Statics, Dynamics, Fluids, Thermodynamics & Machine Design and preferred

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• PTC Creo aptitude preferred

• ANSYS finite element software experience a plus

Job Competencies:

• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Ability to make logical and sound decisions and to know when to act independently and when to seek assistance.

• Curiosity & Learning Orientation: Actively identifying new areas for learning and applying newly gained knowledge/skill on the job.

• Drive to Excel: Driven to succeed and willing to go the extra mile. Perseveres in the face of obstacles and challenges.

• Interpersonal Skills & communication: Ability to work collaboratively and partner well with others, express oneself verbally and in writing, and listen well.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment (office) is usually low, but higher when exposed to the manufacturing areas. Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation Information:

The hourly range for this position is $24 - 25.50. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. The company considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

_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._