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Senior Mechanical Engineer IE&A

ITW


Job Location:

Appleton, WI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 29 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Join Miller Electric and help shape the next generation of industrial welding equipment.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer in our Industrial Equipment & Automation Division you will be responsible for the design development validation and continuous improvement of industry-leading welding equipment. Working within our Customer Backed Innovation (CBI) process youll lead mechanical development from concept through production solve complex technical challenges and collaborate across disciplines to deliver reliable high-performance products used in demanding industrial environments around the world.

Product Design & Development

  • Participate in Voice-of-Customer visits and Customer Backed Innovation (CBI) activities to transform customer insights into meaningful product solutions.
  • Lead mechanical design efforts from concept through prototype testing Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA) production and continuous product improvement.
  • Design enclosures sheet metal parts custom plastic components aluminum extrusions and castings.
  • Integrate mechanical and electrical systems including power electronic converters with high voltage spacing requirements thermal management requirements printed circuit board assemblies vibration robustness and detailed electrical power routing.
  • Support reliability testing and regulatory compliance activities including CSA CE/UKCA IEC/EN UL ETL and other applicable industry standards.

Technical Leadership

  • Serve as a lead mechanical engineer in product development projects and provide technical support for product sustainment activities.
  • Assess project scope technical complexity and timeline estimates providing recommendations that support successful project execution.
  • Identify technical risks and implementation challenges early and help develop mitigation plans to maintain project schedules and objectives.
  • Provide technical mentoring and coaching for Mechanical Engineers and Designers.
  • Leverage and promote established engineering processes and best practices to drive effective design decisions and project execution.
  • Conduct design reviews and provide guidance on technical decisions and trade-offs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with product managers engineers technicians manufacturing service and suppliers to successfully develop and launch products.
  • Provide engineering support for manufacturing service warranty and field-related issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is required.
  • 8 years of experience developing mechanical solutions for industrial products.
  • Experience designing enclosures sheet metal structures and brackets custom plastic components aluminum extrusions castings and machined components is preferred.
  • Experience integrating mechanical and electrical systems including power electronic converters with high voltage spacing requirements thermal management designs printed circuit board assemblies vibration robustness and detailed electrical power routing is preferred.
  • Demonstrated success delivering innovative product designs while meeting project timelines.
  • Proficiency with SolidWorks PDM Professional SolidWorks Simulation and CF Design is preferred.
  • Experience developing products for compliance with UL CSA CE/UKCA and IEC/EN regulatory requirements is preferred.
  • Experience supporting products through development production release and ongoing manufacturing support.

Why ITW Welding

Join a collaborative and growth-focused team where your expertise will directly impact the companys financial health and operational success. We value innovation accountability and continuous improvement.

Heres what we offer to help you build the future you want:

  • Generous Retirement Benefits 401(k) match PLUS anadditionalretirement contribution to help youplan for the future.

  • Paid Time Off 11 paid holidays 5 sick days and vacation time to take time for what matters.

  • Company-Paid Insurance Life AD&D Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance to give you peace of mind.

  • Family-Friendly Benefits 4 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement to support your family journey.

  • Education Assistance tuition reimbursement because we believe in investing in your personal and professional development.

At ITW Welding were not just a place to work were a community that empowers you to grow and make a real impact. Join us and build a career that makes a difference!

Company Description

Comprised of a market-leading portfolio of best-in-class brands the businesses of ITW Welding work together to provide premium performance delivered through a breadth of solutions encompassing welding cutting consumables and accessories. ITW Welding North America represents Miller Electric Welding Equipment Safety & Accessories Hobart Filler Metals and Bernard / Tregaskiss MIG Guns.

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC is headquartered in Appleton Wisconsin and wholly owned byIllinois 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.

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 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.


Required Experience:

Senior IC


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ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 300 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with revenue of $16.1 billion in 2023. The companyÂ’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 highl ... View more

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