Mechanical Designer - Industrial Equipment & Automation Division

Job Description:

Miller Electric, an ITW company, is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join the Industrial Equipment and Automation team.  As a Mechanical Designer, you will play a key role in finalizing our component models and prints to industry standards.  This role will also need a lot of attention to detail to keep our documentation consistent across the company. This individual needs a thorough understanding of Solid Works or equivalent 3D modeling software and it’s PDM system.  This role also requires an immediate knowledge of dimensioning and tolerancing to ensure proper fitment and avoid tolerance stack-up.  We are also looking for an individual that is capable of using advanced modeling techniques and functions.

How you will Make an Impact:

Model and Print Finalization

• Collaborate with engineers, materials & manufacturing – ensuring that documents are accurate and current.
• Create, modify, and release prints and models within the Solidworks and PDM environments.

Attention to Detail

• Catch and correct any fine missing details within a complex print
• Ensure our prints meet industry standards for drafting along with specific requirements for various manufacturing processes

Documentation Leader

• Become a subject matter expert on how we layout our documentation for consistency across the company.

What you need to do to be successful in this role:

• Detail Oriented: Demonstrate the ability to accurately create documentation/prints consistently with industry accepted mechanical design standards
• Highly Motivated: Take initiative and effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously from start to completion.
• Effective Communicator: Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present to large groups.
• Collaborative: Maintain open communication with all stakeholders to address challenges and share successes.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• 3D CAD Modeling Experience

• Experience with PDM and ERP Systems
• Thorough understanding of an Engineering Change Process and Bill of Materials

• Microsoft Office

Preferred:

• Associate’s degree in mechanical design, drafting, or similar
• Familiar with ASME y14.100
• Solidworks Experience
• Solidworks PDM Experience
• AutoCAD Experience
• Formal Drafting Training
• D365 and Omnify Experience
• GD&T Experience ASME Y14.5
• Basic grasp of machine and component design
• Basic understanding of sheet metal manufacturing and design
• Basic understanding of circuit and wiring diagrams
• Basic Understanding of Injection molding design

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.

Additional Information

ITW Welding is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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.