Job Description:

Position Summary:

The Standard Products Engineer is responsible for supporting a high standard of performance, quality, and efficiency for current products through design and analysis of components using various engineering methods, testing and inspection. The engineer will focus on developing and/or executing solutions for product efficiency improvements, troubleshooting product performance issues, and implementing corrective actions at the Global Tool Unit’s (GTU) Libertyville and Lake Forest locations.

Core Responsibilities:

• Participate as a member of the GTU’s Standard Products Engineering team.
• Identify design and efficiency gaps in the GTU’s parts, products and processes.  Recommend and implement improvements with a focus on mechanical sub-system design.
• Develop component designs and drawings using CAD (Creo)
• Use engineering methodologies to demonstrate product performance and durability goals are met.
• Apply engineering and physics principles related to energy conversion, mechanical machine design and theory.
• Understand connections between engineering, manufacturing, and business/market needs to inform project decisions and make the best choices for the business.
• Data development and interpretation to find problem resolutions with a focus on high quality outcomes
• Ability to work on and communicate with multi-disciplinary teams

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering field
• 3-5 years’ experience in a mechanical engineering role
• Experience with Statics, Dynamics, Fluids, Thermodynamics, Mechanical Design and Material Selection preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• PTC Creo aptitude preferred

Job Competencies:

• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Ability to apply engineering knowledge and logic to make sound decisions.  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:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation Information:

Compensation Transparency

The salary range for this position is $87,000-$102,000 annually.

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.