Illinois Tool Works

Systems Engineer

Illinois Tool Works$100K — $113K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or Software Engineering required; master's degree preferred.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in software product development, particularly in automotive electronics.
  • Experience in sub-supplier management with knowledge of RACI/DIA-based interface definitions.
  • Familiarity with PCB layout design techniques for EMI/EMC compliance in automotive applications.
  • Proven ability to lead small to medium-sized projects and guide teams through complex projects.
  • Knowledge of LIN communication protocol; CAN knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Interface with customers throughout the product development phase for software and hardware.
  • Elicit and engineer customer requirements to guide product development.
  • Support the design of system architecture specifications and manage feature roll-out planning.
  • Track and manage sub-suppliers while preparing software release documentation.
  • Conduct system test support and review test cases, ensuring quality outcomes.
  • Generate and support cost reduction strategies related to product design.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health and wellness plans.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Support for work-life balance with flexible scheduling options.
Full Job Description

Job Description:

DIVISION DESCRIPTION

ITW9s Automotive segment designs and manufactures innovative fasteners, interior and exterior components, and powertrain and braking systems for OEMs and their top-tier suppliers. ITW9s automotive businesses havea high levela of customer intimacy, enabling customer-back innovation to address complex needs such as vehicle efficiency, safety, and quality. Deep market knowledge and strong manufacturing process capabilities allow ITW9s automotive businesses to be nimble, niche problem solvers for their sophisticated customers.

TheSmart ComponentsDivision drives profitability byleveragingits innovative solutions and application engineering. In addition to ITW9s industry-leading research and development capabilities, ITWSmart Componentsenhances our customers9 competitive advantage.Smart Componentsis a business group within ITW9s Automotive segment with manufacturing locations in North America. Our products are made up ofhousingsand doors, innovative Capless solutions and charge ports for major OEMs around the world.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Customer interface responsibility for software over complete product development phase

  • Customer requirements elicitation (SYS.1) and System requirements engineering (SYS.2)

  • Active support in design of System Architecture specification (SYS.3)

  • Feature roll out planning according to customer expectations

  • Sub-supplier management and tracking

  • SW Release Documentation preparation

  • Support Customer interface responsibility for hardware over complete product development phase

  • Support Customer requirements elicitation (SYS.1) and System requirements engineering (SYS.2)

  • Support in design of System Architecture specification (SYS.3)

  • System test support and test cases review

  • Support Electronics design for new products:

  • Generating and supporting cost reduction strategies related to respective design

  • Preferred Tools: Altium, SPICE, LTSPICE, MATLAB,

  • Customer interface responsibility for software over complete product development phase

  • Customer requirements elicitation (SYS.1) and System requirements engineering (SYS.2)

  • Feature roll out planning according to customer expectations

  • Support Sub-supplier management and tracking

  • Support SW Release Documentation preparation

  • System test support and test cases review

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

  • Bachelor9s degree (B.S.) in Electrical or Electronic or software Engineering (BSEE)required; master9s degree is a plus.

Experience

  • Minimum3 years of relevant experience in software product development.

  • Experience developing automotive electronics-based devices as part of a team.

  • Sub-supplier management experience, including RACI/DIA-based interface definitions.

  • Understand PCB layout design using the latest techniques to ensure EMI/EMC compliance with automotive standards.

  • Ability to lead small to medium-sized projects, ensuring successful andtimelycompletion.

  • Experience working on complex projects, providing guidance, instruction, and training to ensure quality, budget, andobjectivesare met.

  • Understand LINcommunication protocol: CANknowledge is a plus.

  • Understanding ofUDS ISO 14229.

  • Experience with software process and progress management tools, such as IBM RTC, JiraAltassian, or similar.

  • Familiarity with multicolor LED modules, actuators, or sensors is desirable.

  • Knowledge of Functional Safety (FuSa) 6 ISO 26262 is a plus.

  • Ability to develop high-quality technical documentation, including:

  • Product Design Specifications

  • HW/SW interface definitions

  • PCBA development

  • Training and operating manuals

  • Technical reports and summaries

  • As a subject matter expert, provide recommendations and improvements for hardware development.

  • Proficiencyin English (spokeand written) isrequired.

Compensation Information:

$100,000-$113,000

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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