Standard Products Engineer - ITW

ITW Construction is a ~$2.0B segment that provides a variety of fastening systems and truss products for the commercial, residential, and remodeling/renovation segments. The segment includes products manufactured at locations around the globe serving markets in North America, Europe, Asia, New Zealand and Australia. Key brands include: Paslode, Buildex, SPIT, Ramset, Red Head, Alpine, and ITW Brands.

The Global Tool Unit (GTU) is a part of ITW’s Construction Segment. The GTU innovates, develops, and manufactures best-in-class Power Fastening Systems for the global construction market. Our highly differentiated tools are specified to be used in a variety of applications including wood framing, wood trim, and steel to concrete installations.

ITW offers its employees a path for advancement, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help employees care for themselves, their families, and their futures.

Summary:

The Standard Products engineer will creatively apply engineering design and manufacturing principles to improve the function, cost, and assembly efficiency of ITW Construction’s fastening tool products. 

Core Responsibilities:

Design and Function Analysis

• Use data driven analyses to understand system functions and identify opportunities for product improvement
• Lead Value Engineering projects aimed at identifying savings opportunities
• Design and create concept designs through application of engineering principles and risk assessment techniques (FMEA, DVP&R, tolerance stacks) to insure a high-quality technical outcome. 
• Collaborate with marketing, purchasing, manufacturing and other internal departments to construct project scope and determine costs & manufacturing feasibility. 
• Work closely with suppliers to find solutions to product improvement concepts, formulate alternatives for consideration and assists in project funding processes
• Ensure new designs align with manufacturing process capabilities, cost expectations and assembly processes through frequent interfacing with cross functional colleagues.

Design Validation

• Lead the acquisition and assembly of design prototypes for testing
• Develop test procedures to verify component and system performance meets project goal

Communication

• Clearly communicate with engineering team members, Supplier Relations, product validation, other internal groups, as well as suppliers to assure smooth project progress 
• Organize project information and act as point person for related issues. 

Job Requirements

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics
• 5+ years design & development engineering experience with mechanical or electro-mechanical products
• Familiar with multiple manufacturing processes such as die casting, investment casting, injection molding, stamping, extrusions and machining
• CAD design/modeling (CREO preferred) 
• Competent in basic engineering & physics such as statics, dynamics, and strength of materials (metallurgy)
• Experience with statistical process capability analyses
• Project management experience a plus
• Occasional travel. Less than 5%

Competencies:

1. Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using a science-based approach for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
2. Continuous Learning: Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.
3. Technical/Professional Knowledge: Demonstrates a high level of engineering competency.  Anticipates technical challenges and actively reduces technical risks.  Communicates technical concepts clearly to non-technical colleagues.
4.  Initiating Action: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
5.  Innovation: Generating innovative solutions in work situations; trying different and novel ways to deal with work challenges and opportunities.

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.

ITW Company Overview

ITW is a Fortune 500 diversified manufacturer of specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related service businesses. ITW businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with a significant presence in developed as well as emerging markets. The company has operations in 58 countries that employ approximately 50,000 women and men who adhere to the highest ethical standards. These talented individuals, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to our global leadership in innovation. We are proud of our broad portfolio of nearly 12,000 active patents.

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.  

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.