Illinois Tool Works

Electrical Engineer - Power Systems Division

Illinois Tool Works$80K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering required
  • 4-8 years of experience preferred
  • Expertise in power electronics design focused on switch mode power supplies up to 35kW
  • Experience with high-voltage systems (up to 480Vac, 1000Vdc) and high current (up to 1000 Amps)
  • Familiarity with various power converter topologies such as full-bridge and flyback
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for mixed analog and digital circuits
  • Proficient in reading electrical schematics and using diagnostic tools like multimeters and oscilloscopes.

Responsibilities

  • Design innovative electrical solutions aligned with project goals
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams from initial concept to execution
  • Utilize problem-solving techniques and testing methodologies for design validation
  • Conduct testing and thorough documentation of new designs
  • Engage in project meetings and take ownership of action items
  • Ensure compliance with quality standards and completion of project deliverables
  • Identify and propose patentable solutions to meet market demands.

Benefits

  • Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion
  • Support for professional development and career growth
  • Encouraging collaborative workplace environment where unique perspectives are valued.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Power Systems Division is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Electrical Engineering team. This team member will be a key contributor in the investigation, development, and implementation of electrical design solutions for new and innovative engine driven products. The primary development focus areas will be rotating magnetics design, power supply design, power electronics, and analog and digital control circuits. This position requires a self-driven individual with exceptional communications and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with engineering teams, marketing, and product management to develop innovative and reliable products to serve our customers' needs. This position can be located in Milwaukee or Appleton, WI. This is an in-person full-time role (five days a week in office).

Essential Functions:
  • Design solutions that meet project deliverables and position PSD product for long term growth
  • Effectively work with electrical, software, mechanical, and welding engineers to take projects from original concept through implementation
  • Candidate must be an aggressive self-starter and must have excellent communication skills
  • Problem solves through the application of troubleshooting techniques, testing, and design with a systems mindset
  • Perform testing and documentation on new designs
  • Participate in project meetings and be responsible for assigned action items
  • Ensure adherence to quality standards and project deliverables
  • Drives projects forward with cross-functional technical direction
  • Identify innovative patentable solutions to end market needs


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
  • 3-5 years' experience preferred
  • Experience with power electronics design with emphasis on switch mode power supplies producing up to 35kW
  • Experience working with voltages up to 480Vac, 1000Vdc and currents up to 1000 Amps
  • Experience with full-bridge, half-bridge, buck, boost, flyback and forward converters
  • Working knowledge of power conversion control systems
  • Magnetics design experience
  • Mixed analog and digital design and troubleshooting capabilities
  • Knowledge of electrical circuity design for both digital and analog applications
  • Familiarity with troubleshooting electrical design hardware (i.e. reading electrical schematics and using multimeters and oscilloscopes)


About Illinois Tool Works

ITW is an industrial manufacturing company that specializes in the fields of industrial machinery, engineering, operations, sales, marketing, finance, and accounting. It's in deep-sea oil rigs, aerospace technology, bridges and wind turbines, healthcare, the spaces in which they live and work, the cars they drive, and the mobile devices they rely on. It was founded in 1912 and headquartered in Glenview Nas, Illinois.

Illinois Tool Works Careers

Join the dynamic team at Illinois Tool Works (ITW), a global leader in diversified manufacturing, where innovation and excellence drive us forward. ITW offers unparalleled job opportunities, fostering a culture of growth and leadership in the industry.

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Learn more about Illinois Tool Works
Size
45,000 employees
Market Cap
$68.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.1 billion
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
+1.2%
Revenue
$12.5 billion
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