Senior Manufacturing Automation Design Engineer

Job Description

Join ITW Construction’s Mechanical Fastening team as a Senior Manufacturing Design Engineer, where you’ll lead the development of automated manufacturing machinery, drive process and product improvements, and support new product implementations. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that shape the future of our manufacturing capabilities.

At ITW Construction, you’ll be part of a collaborative team driving innovation in manufacturing. You’ll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge automation projects, contribute to meaningful improvements, and grow your career in a supportive environment.

• Engineer manufacturing processes, machinery, support equipment, tooling, and procedures.
• Create efficient plant layouts to optimize material flow and space utilization.

• Lead machine construction, component manufacturing, integration, installation, and startup.
• Manage tasks to meet project timelines and budgets.

• Investigate and resolve equipment issues using data analysis and root cause methodologies.
• Research and select automation components and material handling systems.

• Partner with Fastener Engineering to support new product designs and equipment modifications.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and legal standards.

• Maintain timely reporting, participate in meetings, and manage projects.
• Develop and improve safe work methods and manufacturing techniques.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Communication:
  Accurate communication with others within the business. Ability to translate and communicate technical ideas & design principles.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Evaluate current designs, determine root causes of problems, and design/recommend/implement appropriate changes for improvement.
• Technical/Professional knowledge:
  Demonstrate technical knowledge and expertise in mechanical design, materials, and construction of machines and tooling.
• Project Management:
  Structure and manage project tasks as assigned in support of more senior engineers.
• Teamwork:
  Assist peers in areas of expertise, seek input and assistance, and be open to feedback.
• Personal Effectiveness:
  Set priorities, determine resource requirements, and complete tasks as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 7‑10+ years of experience in high‑volume manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience & levels of responsibility in designing and troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge and application of engineering and technology skills with a focus on problem‑solving, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with internal/external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Solid Works CADD software;
  AutoCAD experience is a plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally periodically. On rare occasions travel may extend a week in duration.
• Willingness to commute daily to other ITW Construction Chicagoland locations and Northern Illinois machine builders/OEMS dependent on project assignments.
• Ability to work flexible hours, outside of normal workday, to accommodate meetings with global teams and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM's).
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, and capital projects is a plus.

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. While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be exposed to heat, dust, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment and occasionally may be required to spend time in construction sites.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals…