Research & Development Engineer for Global New Technologies – Warewash Division

Company Description

Are you innovative, forward thinking, and have a technical skill set?  If so, this may be the position for you!  The Global Warewash Division of ITW Food Equipment Group is in search of an R&D Engineer for the Global New Technologies team.  We are in search of an engineer to support new, exciting technology product development initiatives that enhance our global business.  This position is in Troy, Ohio, 20 minutes north of Dayton and is an in-office position.

Who are we and what do we do?

Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a diversified manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking, and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries.   ITW, with approximately 14.8 billion dollars in global revenues, operates 7 major segments with businesses in 55 countries that employ approximately 48,000 team members.  These talented individuals contribute to our global leadership in innovation, and we have a broad portfolio of more than 17,000 active patents.

Job Description

Summary:

The successful candidate will work closely with the Global New Technology team (U.S. and Germany) to improve R&D operations and develop new ideas for U.S. products.  The team will create and implement global innovation technologies into Hobart warewash products in close cooperation with regional marketing teams and R&D functions (U.S. and Germany). 

The position will report to the Manager of Global New Technologies located at the Hobart Germany location.

What you will do:

The R&D Engineer for Global New Technologies shall primarily be responsible for:

• Identify, observe and understand customer pain points and problems to find solutions.
• Prioritize and validate ideas according to technical and economic criteria.
• Observation and evaluation of potential new technology and market trends.
• Advanced research and development of new technologies and new innovations based on market and customer research, needs, pain points, requirements and regional standards.
• Evaluate technology for use in ware washing equipment.
• Provide innovative engineering solutions for ware washing.

Qualifications

What we are looking for:

• Innovative thinker
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Results-oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Analytical mindset

The successful candidate in this position will spend approximately eight weeks in Germany at the start of this position for orientation and onboarding.  Afterwards, the position will require travel to Europe at least two to three times per year. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three or more years of engineering experience
• BS in Engineering; MS preferred
• Knowledgeable in engineering tools like 3-D CAD (Pro Engineer preferred), New Product Development processes
• Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time

Additional Information

If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity and being a part of this innovative global new technologies team, apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer, where we value the inclusion of diverse team members.  We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as an exciting work environment.

ITW is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

For individuals with disabilities who may require assistance with the application process, please send all inquiries to HR.WareWash@hobartcorp.com. Responses will only be given to reasonable accommodation requests.

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.