Torque Controls Engineer

Implementation Engineers • Chicago, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Implementation Engineers is seeking an experienced Torque Controls Engineer for onsite work in the Chicago area. This engagement focuses on optimizing, troubleshooting, and improving torque-controlled assembly processes within a complex discrete manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate combines hands-on manufacturing engineering experience with deep expertise in torque tooling, controls integration, traceability systems, and assembly process reliability. This is a highly visible role working directly with operations, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to improve product quality, process capability, and production performance. The initial engagement is expected to last approximately 3 weeks onsite, with the potential for follow-on implementation work up to 6-12 months.

Requirements

• Experience with one or more of the following torque systems: Atlas Copco Desoutter Bosch Rexroth Stanley Assembly Technologies Similar industrial torque platforms
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical experience.
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering, controls engineering, or assembly engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience with industrial torque tooling systems.
• Strong understanding of torque control methodologies, fastening processes, and assembly quality requirements.
• Experience troubleshooting torque communication and controls issues.
• Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems (MES), production data collection, and traceability systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Automotive, aerospace & defense, industrial equipment, or other complex discrete manufacturing experience.
• Experience integrating torque systems with: MES platforms SCADA systems PLC controls Quality and traceability databases
• Understanding of Industry 4.0 manufacturing technologies.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement experience.
• Experience supporting production launches or complex assembly operations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and improve torque-controlled assembly processes.
• Troubleshoot torque tooling, controls, communication, and traceability issues.
• Analyze torque data, process capability, and quality performance metrics.
• Support integration and optimization of torque systems within manufacturing operations.
• Work with operations, engineering, quality, maintenance, and IT teams to identify and resolve production issues.
• Validate torque strategies, fastening specifications, and process controls.
• Improve data collection, reporting, and traceability associated with critical fastening operations.
• Provide practical recommendations to improve throughput, quality, reliability, and process consistency.
• Support implementation of corrective actions and sustainable process improvements.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level