Electrical Engineer

Job Description:

Electrical Engineer – Troy, OH

Illinois Tool Works (ITW) is a Fortune 200 company that produces diversified products in global markets.  Some of its products include welding equipment, automotive components, construction materials and commercial food equipment.  The Food Equipment Group is one of seven ITW decentralized business segments.  This position is in the Hobart Warewash Division at its Troy, Ohio facility, located 20 minutes north of Dayton, Ohio.

The Warewash Business Division produces Hobart brand commercial dishwashers that are used in hotels, casinos, restaurants, cruise ships, schools, universities and retail establishments.  We are the industry leader and are seeking to expand our growth in existing served markets as well as new markets.

Summary:

As the Electrical Engineer you will conceive, plan, design, develop and coordinate project components including schedules as well as create and develop engineering project documentation; develop prototypes and test plans; perform validations; and troubleshoot. This role will be involved in electro-mechanical system design and development and is required to have to have knowledge of electrical components, circuit boards, processors, electronic equipment, and applications

What you will do:

• Implement product release plans, support sales, service and marketing.
• Prepare engineering analysis and designs using various engineering tools.
• Work with embedded products including touch screen, small display panel, vacuum fluorescent displays, thin-film-transistor TFT displays, PLCs etc.
• Involvement with digital and analog circuit design, fabrication and debugging, and wiring harness design.
• Support new and existing product development initiatives.
• Occasionally travel to locations such as manufacturing facilities, suppliers, and customer facilities.
• Create schematics layouts, BOMs and wiring harness documentation for new parts and assemblies.
• Work with Modbus, CAN, USB and other communication protocols for peripheral devices.
• Occasionally work with internet-of-things (IOT) development.
• Plan and implement regulatory agency certifications including UL, NSF, ENERGY STAR, and local regulatory requirements.

What we are looking for:

• Knowledge of embedded micro-controller systems
• Ability to work in a highly innovative, design-driven environment
• An individual with logical, deductive reasoning skills
• Ability to organize and execute projects within specified timelines
• MS Office application proficiency
• Ability to effectively interact with staff at all levels
• Complex problem solver and who is detailed-oriented
• Present a good attitude and team philosophy

Education and Experience:

• BS Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred
• Electro-mechanical engineering experience preferred
• Hands-on mechanical skills
• Handling multiple work assignments concurrently
• Effective oral and written communications as well as effective presentation skills.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Travel approximately 10-15% of the time

Take this opportunity to join a successful and enthusiastic global team where we value the inclusion of diverse team members. You will enjoy a competitive salary and generous benefits that include health dental, life and STD/LTD insurance, 401k (with match), and a 100% tuition reimbursement program.

ITW 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.

Compensation Information:

$80,000- $125,000

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.