Senior Innovation Engineer - Thermal Fluids (Hybrid)

Senior Innovation Engineer - Thermal Fluids (Hybrid) We are seeking a Senior Innovation Engineer (based in Elgin, Illinois; Hybrid Schedule) to focus on bringing new technologies to life through co-creation with partners, creation of functional industrial prototypes and working with early adopter customers to validate solutions. Deliverables include prototypes with increasing maturity level that may be significantly different from HARTING's core business. In addition to partnering with the team on these activities, we are seeking someone with a background in Thermal Fluids to support. To succeed in this role, you will be highly driven to: - Ideation, conceptualization, and development of new innovative products, including validation of development results in line with customer requirements in the field of connectivity. - Close coordination with internal and external customers or project teams, as well as project management. - Focus on rapid prototyping and testing, as well as collaboration with early adopters to validate market potential. - Communicating results and market potential to both technical and non-technical stakeholders or audiences. - Supporting the patent application process to protect new developments. - Participation in industry and trade and industry fairs, as well as willingness to travel for customer appointments. - Scan and scout new technologies to pursue innovative approaches and applications. - Initiate, plan, and execute projects with multiple levels of complexity that may require collaboration across regional and international teams. - Maintain, operate and manage lab equipment as necessary. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Travel up to 15%. Skills and experience to thrive in this role: - Bachelors degree in a technical field (Mechanical Engineering preferred, but also includes Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar field.) - Master's degree or Ph.D. in engineering or other applicable technical field preferred. - Passionate and open minded with an entrepreneurial mindset: you are a "maker." - Enthusiastic about technology in core applications as well as adjacent related fields and scientific disciplines. - 10+ years of experience in new product development. - Strong networking skills and the desire to work in a cross-functional team. - Outstanding critical thinking and problem-solving skills. - Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. - Thorough understanding of the fundamental scientific process and engineering principles. - Proficient with analytical software tools (e.g., CAD, MATLAB, etc.) used for design, testing and reporting. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills that allow you to effectively present ideas to executives and customers. HARTING Americas is a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German-based global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. We develop, manufacture, and sell the world's most durable and reliable products and solutions for use in Machinery & Robotics, Automation Devices, Rail & Transportation, Intralogistics & Conveyor Systems, Energy, and Datacenter market segments. As a third generation, family-owned company, with over 75 years of history, we continue to create value and shape the future with technologies for people. You will discover that we work hard - to fulfill our personal, company, and customer goals, and in our commitment to our community with our holiday drives and our paid VTO (Voluntary Time Off). You will also discover that we like to have fun - like when we celebrate the holidays, host theme days and sweater parties, prost to Oktoberfest, and much more! HARTING USA offers an attractive total compensation package and employee benefits, including: Compensation: - HARTING's Total Compensation Structure includes a Base Salary and Bonus Percentage. - Competitive base salary: $80,000 - $140,000 (commensurate with experience, subject to change dependent on physical location). - This role is eligible for a 15% discretionary annual bonus. Benefits: - 21 days PTO (Paid Time Off) to start - quickly earn more PTO as you stick with us (36 days max). - Medical, dental, and vision Insurance - several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from. - Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability - at no cost to employee. - Paid parental leave, tuition and fitness reimbursement, and a hybrid working policy. - 401(k) with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match - fully vested upon eligibility! Tags: " product development engineer ", " mechanical engineer " "thermal fluids engineer" Location Elgin, Illinois, United States Position Area Research / New Technologies Information at a Glance