Project Engineer

Company Description

Ignite your full potential! At ITW, we think and act like entrepreneurs. We embrace autonomy, make our own decisions, and take ownership to create innovative solutions for the world's biggest and most influential brands.

We are everywhere. You may not know us, but you can see us everywhere. The products we manufacture and the solutions we design are all around you – from automotive components in your car, to state-of-the-art dishwashers, ovens and refrigerators in your favorite restaurants and hotels. The buildings where you live and work are built with ITW construction and welding products, and our ITW test and measurement solutions help to ensure the quality and safety of millions of products. quality testing solutions analyze the products you use every day.

As part of ITW’s Automotive Segment, ITW Thermal & Fluid Management NA is committed to being a world leader in plastic components that simplify thermal management systems and enable improved vehicle energy efficiency.  Our locations are headquartered in Glenview, IL with manufacturing in Hebron, IL; Juarez, MX; and Bryan, OH. 

We are global and diverse. Across our seven business segments we offer access to challenging opportunities in high-growth industries and markets all around the world.

We are committed to your full potential. We strive for everyone at ITW to reach their full potential, and we value the unique and diverse perspectives, experiences and ideas that make all of us better together.

We offer top quality compensation and benefits packages, including competitively priced medical and dental coverage the first of the month following hire, free life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and immediate 401k employer matching. 

Join ITW today and come grow with us!

Job Description

Role Summary: TheProject Engineer is to perform and oversee all actions necessary to allow manufacturing of customer specified product from initial stages and design concept, through the prototype stage, into production and throughout the manufacturing life of the part.to ensure conformance to customer and ITW requirements. This position has managerial controls over the Manufacturing Engineers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

 The following accountabilities are to be performed in accordance with the spirit and philosophy contained in the document, ITW Tomco Mission Statement, and in accordance with company policies:

 Provide technical support within the business unit and evaluate feasibility of prospective product regarding design, manufacturability, and performance.

 In conjunction with the quality assurance position, establish agreed upon quality tolerances and measurement standards that are acceptable with the customer and can be achieved within normal manufacturing conditions.

 Champion all new launch programs and conduct launch team meetings, maintaining the status of each as it relates to timing and budgets.

 Monitor all production molds to ensure capability of producing customer minimum quality standards.

 Coordinate and participate in initial sampling of new tooling/tooling changes and formulate plan to correct any discrepancies to allow for Customer approval per schedule. This includes verification of tooling alerts, providing tune data where applicable.

 Provide leadership in areas of training of Manufacturing and Quality Assurance personnel regarding the manufacture and end use of product.

 Monitor all existing production programs for continuous improvement in the areas of scrap reduction and increased efficiencies.

 Ensure a good working relationship with all customers, and other departments within ITW.

 Maintain an open and candid relationship with the Manufacturing Manager, keeping him fully informed of all-important matters as well as making suggestions and recommendations for improvement.

 Maintain compliance with current established operating and regulatory standards.

 Responsible for adherence to the company quality, environmental, and safety policy, procedures, and management systems. Ensure that product is maintained at an acceptable inventory level. Ensure periodic inventories are accurate through inventory counts and adjustments in stock items as deemed necessary.

 Mentor and coach Manufacturing Engineers on company policies, procedures, and management systems.

 Provide ongoing feedback to staff in Launch activities and manufacturing procedures on new products throughout the process.

 Maintain compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and OH&S standards.  Comply with all company safety and environmental policies, procedures, and management systems.

 Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience:

 Bachelor’s Degree in Business or scientific/engineering field from a 4‐year college or university.

 1-3 Years work experience in a field logically related to managing the business of a company manufacturing engineered products.

 Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

 Strong listening skills.

 Basic understanding of product engineering principles with preference for injection molding.

 Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.

 Understanding of manufacturing processes with preference for those with injection molding experience.

 Skill is required in interpersonal relations to interface effectively with our customers, suppliers, and all levels of management

 Specialized training in plastic injection molding techniques

 Blueprint reading, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and statistical process control (SPC) would be beneficial.

 Be familiar with the APQP/Product Launch and Engineering change systems including but not limited to the following companies: Ford, GM, Bosch, and Stellantis.

 Be well-versed with problem solving and analysis processes.

Additional Information

Human Relations: Primary contacts for this position will be the Engineering Manager, Sales & Engineering Director, Quality Department, other engineers, and the plant management. The Design Engineer is expected to work with others to promote a team-oriented work environment. Working Conditions: 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. Must be able to work autonomously and in team environments.

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.