Mechanical Engineer

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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.

As a Mechanical Engineer you will conceive, plan, design, develop, and coordinate project components and schedules. This is an individual contributor role, but you may also participate as a member of cross‑functional teams from time to time; perform validations, troubleshoot, and implement product release plans; support sales, service, and marketing; and complete engineering analysis and designs using various engineering tools. This position will also provide leadership and support to team members.

• Support product development initiatives and maintain existing products to achieve business unit goals and objectives.
• Develop concept designs and 3D CAD models, create manufacturing drawings, prepare and manage bills of materials, and release documentation through the engineering change process.
• Create and develop engineering design project documentation.
• Develop prototypes and test plans utilizing the design process and practices.
• Coordinate cross‑functional team in implementing new designs and improvements.
• Work with suppliers to improve quality and resolve product issues. Provide direct technical support to the production team as required to meet the goals.
• Partner with manufacturing groups and outside vendors to develop components that meet or exceed material, labor and warranty cost metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement projects related to the product design and quality of products.
• Perform the design, testing, operation, and/or evaluation of mechanical and electro‑mechanical devices and systems.
• Conduct engineering studies through data acquisition and analyze results.

• Engineering experience with a track record of solving complex problems
• Sheet metal design and fabrication experience
• Strong knowledge of Creo CAD software
• General understanding of thermodynamic and fluid dynamic fundamentals
• Ability to troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve engineering, quality, and warranty issues using the 8D / FRACAS processes
• MS Office application proficiency

• BS in Mechanical Engineering and minimum 3 years of applicable experience
• Product design and development experience
• Effective oral and written communications, presentation skills, and proven ability to work well at all levels in the organization, including production
• Precision machine design experience preferred
• Experience with additional CAD software such as Mechanical Desktop, Catia, or Solid Works and knowledge of FEA and/or CFD tools preferred
• General understanding of sheet metal materials and plastics preferred

• Limited travel (less than 10%) to domestic locations such as manufacturing facilities, suppliers, and customer facilities.

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, a 401(k) with match, and a 100% tuition reimbursement program.

ITW is an Equal Opportunity / Affordable Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

$70,000 - $100,000

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.