Senior Mechanical Engineer - Miller

Miller® is about building things that matter. We lead the welding industry in building advanced, solution-focused products and meeting crucial needs for welding safety and health.

We’re about the partnership and the work. Our products are designed with our users for manufacturing, fabrication, construction, aviation, motorsports, education, agriculture and marine applications.

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW). The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality and responsiveness. Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment.

The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929, to the world’s largest manufacturer of arc welding products. Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people.

Job Description:

Are you a seasoned Mechanical Engineer excited to solve real-world challenges and leave your mark?

The Power Systems Division of Miller Electric is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Senior Mechanical Engineer. In this role, you'll collaborate with cross functional engineering teams, and operations, manufacturing, customer support, and marketing to support Customer Backed Innovation (CBI) as well as support our existing product lines.

What you will focus on in the Senior Mechanical Engineering role:

• Design, develop, prototype, test, DFMA and ongoing continuous improvement of Power Systems Division products.

• Effectively collaborate with product managers, engineers, technicians, service and manufacturing personnel to create and implement reliable, innovative, and cost-effective solutions for our customers.

• Includes resolution of field, manufacturing line and supplier related issues.

• Participate in project meetings and be responsible for assigned action items and project deliverables

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology with a minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience.

• Must be a team player with a positive attitude, high motivation, excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in computer design skills including SolidWorks, SolidWorks PDM, and Microsoft Office.

• Proven track record of design and meeting project timeline criteria.

• Ability to select, analyze, and test materials for design based on durability and cost effectiveness

• Ability to analyze and solve thermal, mechanical, sound attenuation and packaging issues

• Project management skills – aggressively manage medium to large projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with regulatory standards CSA, IEC, NEC, EPA, UL, EPA and ETL

• Sheet metal, plastics and aluminum casting/extruding design knowledge

• Familiarity with a variety of product packaging concepts, practices and procedures

• Strong knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines

• Vibration attenuation knowledge and the ability to use related analysis equipment

• Strong knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines

• Experienced in customer focused innovation with a keen understanding of design criteria differentiation

• Proven track record of innovation, design, margin improvements

• DC and AC motor/generator knowledge

• Hydraulics, pneumatics and HVAC design experience

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.