Electrical Engineer III

ITW•Camdenton, MO

11d•$95,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer III researches, sustains, and designs electrical control systems for Wave Solder and Cleaning equipment, ensuring that designs meet engineering standards, applicable codes, and customer specifications. The role covers electrical design from concept through product launch, including component selection, system configuration, testing, documentation, troubleshooting, and support for production and customers. The engineer works with customers and cross-functional teams to define requirements and develop technical solutions, and plans and leads assigned engineering projects. The position also provides technical guidance to junior engineers, supports continuous improvement, and serves as a technical resource for at least one machine platform.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
5–7 years of related electrical engineering experience.
Experience with design calculations for equipment sizing, component selection, and specifications.
Ability to plan, organize, and conduct technical projects within established time and financial constraints.
Knowledge of electrical systems for communication, sensor functions, and PID control.
Experience designing and developing projects involving software-controlled electromechanical systems.
Experience designing capital equipment.
Knowledge of transformer design and power supply sizing.
Working knowledge of stepper and servo motion control systems.
Solid understanding of PID parameters with respect to drives.
Ability to measure, test, and tune motion control systems for optimal mechanical behavior.
Knowledge and use of logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, modify, fabricate, test, and evaluate electrical and electronic components, circuitry, and systems for electronic and electromechanical equipment.
Complete electrical design activities from concept through product launch, including design specifications, component selection, material and instrument requirements, and electrical documentation.
Analyze and recommend design approaches, methods, materials, and processes to meet production requirements and improve products and processes.
Define I/O mapping and configure, test, and tune machine control systems, including PID control, VFDs, and motion control components.
Design and test PC-based computer interfaces, work with computer suppliers to establish hardware specifications, and create and deploy custom Windows images as needed.
Conduct prototype and experimental runs; compile and evaluate design and test data to develop technical specifications and support design decisions.
Review and approve engineering inputs such as drawings, specifications, and bills of material; complete engineering documentation through PCO release and follow applicable PCO and Special Order processes.
Provide electrical engineering support and troubleshooting to manufacturing, technical support, field service, sales, and customers regarding product design, testing, installation, operation, and performance.
Work with customers and internal teams to gather requirements, evaluate feature requests, troubleshoot issues, and develop technical solutions.
Collaborate with mechanical engineering, software engineering, technical support, project management, and other functions throughout project phases.
Assist with quotations and cost estimates for special or custom products and projects.
Plan, organize, and execute technical projects; monitor progress, identify potential schedule disruptions, and coordinate engineering resources to support timely completion.
Independently analyze and resolve complex technical problems and provide technical guidance and consultation to engineering staff and other departments.
Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and mentor and share knowledge with team members.
Perform light sub-assembly and other hands-on activities as needed to support product development, testing, and troubleshooting.
Work independently with minimal supervision and lead assigned small, lower-risk engineering projects.
Demonstrate expertise in at least one machine platform and serve as a technical resource for that platform.
Identify continuous improvement opportunities and demonstrate ITW values, accountability, collaboration, customer focus, and professional development.