Company Description

Miller® is about building things that matter. We lead the welding industry in building advanced, solution-focused products and meeting crucial needs for welding safety and health.

We're about the partnership and the work. Our products are designed with our users for manufacturing, fabrication, construction, aviation, motorsports, education, agriculture and marine applications.

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW). The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality and responsiveness. Our tagline, "The Power of Blue®," is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment.

The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929, to the world's largest manufacturer of arc welding products. Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people.

Job Description

Job Description:

Power Systems Division is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Mechanical Engineer to support Customer Backed Innovation (CBI) as well as support our existing product line.

Essential Functions:

• Concept creation, design, prototype, mechanical testing, DFMA and ongoing continuous improvement of Power Systems Division products.

• Work closely with product managers, engineers, technicians, service and manufacturing personnel to create and implement reliable, innovative and cost effective solutions for our customers.

• Includes resolution of field, manufacturing line and supplier related issues.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required with 1-5 years of work experience preferred.

• Proven track record of innovative design and meeting project time line criteria.

• Proficient in computer design skills including SolidWorks, PDM Professional, SolidWorks Simulation, CF Design, MS Project and Microsoft Office.

• Must be a team player with a positive attitude, high motivation, excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sheet metal, plastics and aluminum casting/extruding design knowledge

• Ability to select, analyze, test materials for design based on durability and cost effectiveness

• Ability to analyze and solve thermal, mechanical, sound attenuation and packaging issues

• Familiarity with a variety of product packaging concepts, practices and procedures

• Vibration attenuation knowledge and the ability to use related analysis equipment

• Strong knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines

• DC and AC motor/generator knowledge

• Hydraulics, pneumatics and HVAC design experience

• Familiarity with regulatory standards CSA, IEC, NEC, EPA, UL, EPA and ETL

• Proven track record of innovation, design, margin improvements

• Previously demonstrated leadership responsibilities

• Project management skills - aggressively manage medium to large projects

• Ability to contribute and develop strategic, long range initiatives

• Must have the desire to seek continued educational opportunities

• Experienced in customer focused innovation with a keen understanding of design criteria differentiation

Additional Information

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.