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Division Description:

ITW Electronics Assembly Equipment (EAE) Division is made up of five brands strongly recognized by Contract Manufacturers and OEMs in the Electronics and Industrial Markets.  The Division designs, develops, manufactures, and markets capital equipment primarily used in the assembly process of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and other industrial applications.

For more information visit: www.itweae.com.

Develops advanced software control systems by applying methods, theories and research techniques to the investigation and solution of complex technical problems. The position is responsible for creating software engineering products or feature development tasks from the initial requirements for the product or feature through implementation into manufacturing and full field service support.  The position will evaluate and implement engineering projects, technical proposals, specials and sustaining engineering activities.  The position engineers solutions for a variety of projects to ensure fulfillment of products or features and scheduling objectives. 

Responsibilities include:

• Create high-level architecture of all software systems.
• Explore software systems integration opportunities across ITW EAE.
• Provide solutions to complex software problems in a timely manner according to stated requirements.
• Enforce established and new designs consistent with overall architecture with an emphasis on reusability.
• Lead research teams with advanced software concepts, conduct experimentation on new software solutions and provide proof of concept.
• Lead continuous process improvement, critically review processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Keep abreast of the latest technological developments for applicability to current and future software problems.

• Develop software for new products
• Strong team player qualities including initiative, communication, training and coaching skills.
• Experience with the design and development of projects involving software-controlled electromechanical systems a plus.

• Lead software team on software projects to fulfill customer requirement
• Communicate with field teams and customer to understand software requirement
• Collaborate with MFG and Service team to release and support new software through projects.
• Help management to review and refine software development process

Physical requirements and working conditions:

Working conditions involve seated computer work and occasional operation and work on company equipment/products. Requires 50% sitting, 20% standing, 10% bending, 10% walking and 10% light lifting to 25 pounds.

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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.