ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with revenues totaling $12.6 billion in 2020. The company's seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW's approximately 45,000 dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in the company's decentralized and entrepreneurial culture.
Hi-Cone, a division of ITW, is a leading supplier of plastic-based multi-packaging systems for global beer, soft drink and general products industries. We are advocates of packaging alternatives that generate sustained margin contributions for our customers and major retailers. Our customers demand maximum quality, exceptional value, market performances and innovation. We meet those demands by offering cost-effective minimal packaging responsive to environmental concerns.
The Mechanical Project Engineer is responsible for both designing and leading development activities for new and existing machinery systems suitable for a wide range of containers. He/she will provide technical expertise to other engineers on the team to ensure that the final design meets the performance objectives of the project. Responsibilities include leading design from concept through production, understanding design specifications and standards, reviewing and initiating engineering changes, and developing and maintaining Hi-Cone design standards. The project assignments will vary from minor machine/carrier enhancements to complete system design. The candidate must be proficient in all phases of the design process - brain storming, conception, design, detailing, B/M creation, assembly support, in-field testing and debug followed by product support. The position will interface with other engineers, sales, marketing, systems service, customers, and machine builders. The candidate must be able to handle multiple assignments, priorities, and schedules concurrently.
Primary Responsibilities
Apply mechanical design skills, using 3D CAD modeling, to develop innovative packaging products, production tooling, and high-speed OEM packaging machinery.
Develop technical specifications and prepare documentation that adequately defines the project for manufacturing.
Create assemblies, detailed drawings, and BOMs using SolidWorks, ePDM, and in-house database.
Resolve commercial design issues causing quality or customer efficiency problems with material or equipment changes as appropriate.
Perform product and machinery testing to ensure form, fit, and function and compliance with customer and government standards.
Assist electrical engineering by detailing sequence of operation, guiding HMI screen design, selecting/sizing servo motors, and determining servo ratios between machine axes.
Coordinate the review, presentation and release of design layouts, drawings, analysis, and other documentation.
Execute in field testing at customer locations of new concepts for successful commercial launch.
Create, execute, and revise project tasks as appropriate to meet project requirements, customer specifications, and schedule.
Interact with external and internal customers to understand pain points and identify potential innovations.
Translate voice of customer comments into product or machine specifications.
Research new materials and technologies for use in carrier and machinery design.
Analyze competitive products and machinery.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 5+ years in machine design or product design
Proven background in technical project management
Proficiency in SolidWorks Design Software including creating models, assemblies, and detail drawings
Strong analytical and decision-making skills
Excellent interpersonal communication and listening ability
Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving background
Highly motivated, results oriented, and driven
Excellent planning and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, with a high degree of flexibility and tolerance of change
Proficiency in full MS Office suite
Up to 20% project based travel, including some international travel
ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
