Mechanical Systems Development Engineer - Brooks Instrument

Brooks Instrument is an industry leader in flow measurement and flow control products for critical applications, and a division of ITW (A Fortune 200 Company) is seeking candidates for a Mechanical Systems Development Engineer. This position will be based out of our headquarters facility in Hatfield, PA (Suburban Philadelphia). In addition to our Pennsylvania operations, Brooks maintains manufacturing locations in, Hungary, and Korea.  The Company also maintains sales offices throughout the world.  Our products are used in laboratory and process applications in end markets such as: life sciences, chemicals, semiconductor, analytical instruments, nuclear, and solar cells.

Basic Function                                                                                                            

Develop fixturing, tooling and processes to support new product releases aimed toward the Semiconductor market.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design or assist in the design of flow measurement and flow control devices while maintaining project schedules.
• Develop/design/build and implement pneumatic test systems to support production processing of new products.
• Work with automation groups to develop functional requirements for new manufacturing tests systems.
• Develop theoretical models (fluid, thermal, structural) to assist the design and development of novel flow control devices.
• Design molded, welded, etched, stamped, machined, and extruded components to support development of test stands and processes.
• Create 3D models and production drawings for components and assemblies in SolidWorks.
• Design and fabricate fixturing/tooling for proper assembly and testing of precision components.
• Direct and or perform design verification and validation testing of new designs.
• Collaborate Cross functionally with Electrical, Firmware, Test, and Manufacturing Engineering to optimize designs for performance and manufacturability
• Work with Marketing to determine/gather product performance requirements.
• Design and validate new production processes for global manufacturing sites and service centers.
• Design assignments may be occasionally broad in nature, requiring originality and ingenuity.
• Support company continuous improvement initiatives, particularly as related to product quality.
• Maintain and enhance department safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• BS in Mechanical Engineering desired.
• 5 years experience in high precision mechanical design or flow/pressure component/instrumentation required.
• Machine shop experience required.
• Ability to use machine shop equipment as required.
• Experience in manufacturing and assembly required.
• Ability to make technical contributions to a multi-disciplinary team required.
• Experience in test and analysis required.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook required.
• Technical report writing skills required.
• Ability to lead and manage small scale projects required.
• Ability to read and understand detailed technical drawings and specifications required.
• 3D CAD Modeling, Production level Drawing generation and CAD database experience required using SolidWorks, AutoCAD.
• Mathcad, LabView, Python experience a plus.

Related Experience or Training

• Process control instrumentation
• Metrology
• Data collection and analysis
• Calibration of process instrumentation

Our employees enjoy competitive, merit-based salary plus excellent benefits including:

• Health and dental insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance / Short and Long Term Disability
• 401K plan with generous company match
• Vacation, personal days and holidays
• Continuing education reimbursement program
• Flexible spending accounts

The opportunity to join a well-established (70 + years in business) yet dynamically changing organization that works together as a team to meet the challenges of satisfying customers’ needs and managing rapid growth to better compete in a global marketplace.

Please visit our website: http://www.brooksinstrument.com/

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.

Brooks Instrument is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without required to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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.