Systems Engineer (Product Development & Sustaining)

Job Description:

ITW is a Fortune 200 Manufacturing Company with fifty thousand employees worldwide. We are known for innovation diversification and excellent financial performance.

Electrostatics Division part of Test Measurement and Electronics segment is industry leading manufacturer and designer of static control devices for equipment makers and end users in the semiconductor and electronics industry. Electrostatics division revenues are $250MM per year and it is headquartered in Hatfield PA USA. Division has operations in USA Europe China and Asia including nine manufacturing plants and 550 employees. Electrostatics division brands include: Simco-Ion Eltex Pillar Technologies Teknek Opto Diode Vortec Paxton AEGIS).

Job Summary:

Simco-Ion Technology group located in Alameda CA an ITW Company a global leader in Static Control and Monitoring is seeking a Systems Engineer to support product development activities from early concept and prototyping through engineering release and production transition within the Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) industry. This role emphasizes hands-on engineering work system-level testing documentation and cross-functional coordination to ensure designs are manufacturable reliable and compliant. The Systems Engineer will also contribute to sustaining engineering efforts including RMA analysis and continuous product improvement.

Product Development & Prototyping

• Support system-level product development activities from concept through engineering release.
• Build configure and evaluateprototypesto validate system functionality performance and ESD requirements.
• Assist in defining system requirements interfaces and performance criteria in collaboration with design engineers.
• Participate in design reviews providing system-level input on manufacturability reliability and testability.

Testing & Verification

• Plan and executefunctional system-level and validation testingon prototypes and pre-production units.
• Develop and follow test procedures document test results observations and recommendations.
• Support design verification and validation activities prior to engineering release.
• Assist with troubleshooting and root cause analysis during development and pilot builds.

Engineering Documentation & Release

• Create review and maintain engineering documentation includingBOMs specifications test reports and manuals.
• Support theengineering release process ensuring documentation accuracy and configuration control.
• Coordinate release activities with manufacturing purchasing and quality to ensure production readiness.
• Support ECO/ECR activities resulting from design improvements or test findings.

Manufacturing & Supply Chain Coordination

• Collaborate with manufacturing during prototype builds pilot runs and production ramp-up.
• Support component selection andBOM development including evaluation of alternate or replacement components.
• Assist purchasing and suppliers with technical clarification during sourcing and qualification.

Sustaining Engineering & RMA Support

• Provide sustaining engineering support for released products as needed.
• Assist withRMA evaluations hands-on testing and failure analysis.
• Contribute to RMA reports corrective actions and product improvement recommendations.
• Support component lifecycle management includingEOL and obsolescence mitigation.

Continuous Improvement & Compliance

• Support ISO and quality system requirements through proper documentation and testing practices.
• Identify opportunities for design reliability cost or process improvements.
• Maintain working knowledge of ESD standards materials and applicable regulations

Education:

• Bachelors degree in systems Electrical Mechanical or related Engineering discipline required Masters Degree preferred.

Experience Skill:

• 3 years of experience inproduct development systems engineering or sustaining engineeringroles.

Hands-on experience withprototyping testing and engineering releaseactivities.

• Familiarity with system-level troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Experience creating and maintainingBOMs and engineering documentation.
• Working knowledge of ECO/ECR processes and manufacturing handoff.
• Exposure to RMA analysis and sustaining engineering required.
• Knowledge of ESD standards and electronics manufacturing is strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams including manufacturing purchasing and quality.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills including technical reporting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and common engineering tools (CAD AutoCAD SolidWorks etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced development environment.
• Adaptable to changing priorities
• Proficient with standard Bench test equipment i.e. Oscilloscope DMM etc.

Physical/Visual Activities or Demands: Physical/visual activities or demands that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

1. While performing the duties of this job the employee is constantly required to talk hear twist/turn reach outward handle/manipulate and grasp objects stand walk and bend. Employees will frequently reach above shoulders and occasionally climb or squat.

2. The employee must carry up to 25 pounds constantly and up to 50 pounds occasionally and push and pull up to 10 pounds constantly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

3. Specific vision abilities required by this job include concentrated attention close vision far vision depth perception color vision and the ability to bring objects into sharp focus.

Working Conditions: Working conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

1. 50% typical office environment 50% engineering lab.

2. Occasional overnight domestic or international travel (5% or less)

Machines Tools Equipment and Work Aids that may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position: Office equipment cell phone desk phone laptop printer copier scanner.

Compensation Information:

The expected starting annual base salary range for the Systems Engineer role is $110000$140000. This range reflects the responsibilities of the position and current market compensation data.

Final compensation within this range will depend on factors such as:
Relevant professional experience
Specialized skills aligned with the roles global scope
Interview performance and overall alignment with the role

This position is also eligible for a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
Paid time off
401(k) plan with employer match
Health dental and vision insurance coverage eligibility

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.