Laboratory Technician - Industrial Equipment & Automation Division

Job Description:

The Industrial Equipment Engineering team is seeking a Lab Technician, who will play a key role in the support and development of our products.  The successful candidate will work closely with engineers, lab technicians, and production personnel, to test, validate, and troubleshoot various power sources. He or she will perform required lab tests and maintain all applicable documentation related to Engineering, Reliability and Third Party testing.  Ability to diagnose and correct issues arising in released product and prototypes is expected.  They will also occasionally work with manufacturing to assist with solving problems related to production of existing products, and with service related issues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ability to read and understand schematics and wiring diagrams
• Run engineering tests (heat tests, VA curves, abnormal tests, third party certification testing, new design verification testing)
• The ability to diagnose and correct issues arising in units from production, lab and reliability tests required. (Work with production, service, engineering, and marketing to solve field issues related to reliability and customer satisfaction)
• Conduct CSA, CAN/CSA-E60974, CE, etc. tests and work with the Third-Party Coordinator to construct, create and or modify third party reports
• Assistance with maintaining the lab area and improvements to the lab

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two-year technical degree in electronics, electro-mechanical or related field
• Understand power source phase control and inverter topologies.
• Team player with a positive attitude, high motivation and excellent interpersonal skills who works well in a business unit team environment with minimum supervision.
• A good understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, Macola and ability to write accurate and concise reports is required. Limited travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required):

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in engineering product development and/or support
• Knowledge of IEC and CSA certification requirements and hands-on experience with IEC and CSA testing and technical report preparation. 
• Knowledge of Induction Heating
• Knowledge or experience with various welding processes

Company Description

Comprised of a market-leading portfolio of best-in-class brands, the businesses of ITW Welding work together to provide premium performance delivered through a breadth of solutions encompassing welding, cutting, consumables, and accessories.  ITW Welding North America represents Miller Electric Welding Equipment, Safety & Accessories, Hobart Filler Metals, and Bernard / Tregaskiss MIG Guns.

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW). The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality and responsiveness. Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment.

The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929, to the world’s largest manufacturer of arc welding products. Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people.

Why ITW Welding?

Here’s what we offer to help you build the future you want:

• Generous Retirement Benefits – 401(k) match PLUS an additional retirement contribution to help you plan for the future.
• Paid Time Off – 11 paid holidays, 5 sick days, and vacation time to take time for what matters.
• Company-Paid Insurance – Life, AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance to give you peace of mind.
• Family-Friendly Benefits – 4 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement to support your family journey.
• Education Assistance – tuition reimbursement because we believe in investing in your personal and professional development.

At ITW Welding, we’re not just a place to work – we’re a community that empowers you to grow and make a real impact. Join us and build a career that makes a difference!

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.