Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description:

Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 200 global industrial company centered on a differentiated business model. The companys seven business segments leverage the 80/20 business model to generate solid growth best-in-class margins and favorable returns in markets where innovative customer-focused solutions are required. ITW delivers specialized expertise innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries targeting sustainable and profitable organic growth. The Sexton business is a market leader in the manufacture of high-pressure aerosol cans and is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for its Decatur AL facility located 30 minutes Southwest of the Huntsville area.

The Manufacturing Engineer will design develop and maintain systems that integrate electrical and mechanical components. This role supports production quality product development automation and continuous improvement initiatives by applying engineering principles to enhance performance reliability and efficiency.

Essential Functions:

• Design develop repair and test electromechanical systems components and equipment
• Integrate electrical controls with mechanical systems (motors sensors actuators)
• Create and review engineering drawings schematics and specifications
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with automated equipment and machinery
• Support manufacturing processes including installation commissioning and maintenance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (manufacturing quality R&D) to improve product performance
• Develop and implement control systems using PLCs and automation tools
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with safety quality and regulatory standards
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in electrical mechanical electromechanical engineering or related field
• 3 years of experience in electrical manufacturing or automation engineering (adjust based on level)
• 3 years of experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems design and improvements
• Experience with CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks AutoCAD)
• Knowledge of electrical systems wiring and control panels
• Experience with PLC and HMI programming and industrial automation preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics

Work Performed/Requirements:

• Keep the work area clean.
• Always wear standard personal protective equipment (PPE). (Earplugs safety glasses high vis steel toed shoes and additional items as required by position/task).
• Work as a team member with other employees.
• Support problem solving root cause analysis and related process improvement activities.
• Uphold 5-S principles.

Additional Information:

Employees may be exposed to Class A coatings and paints Class B solvents and alcohols Class C chemicals Class E Leads and Alloys (alkaline batteries) Class F Cleaning supplies Class H miscellaneous production items which may contain coatings or chemicals and Class J Lubricants which may cause skin irritation. Additionally Class I tin plate steel is used in the manufacturing process. Employees work in an environment in which hearing and eye protection is required. Furthermore Employees will be required to lift boxes tooling and other objects. The work environment is consistent with other heavy manufacturing environments. Therefore proper precautions and care should be taken. Employees are required to work with team members to support the entire line. Employees are expected to work overtime as required. If a quality issue exists with a label QA must be notified immediately.

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.