Freelance Motor Control Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

**Preferred Candidate Identified**

Technical Electrical Fellow:

Estimated annual base pay: $167,000 (Minimum) - $204,000 (Midpoint) - $243,000 (Maximum)

Senior Technical Electrical Fellow:

Estimated annual base pay: $193,000 (Minimum) - $232,000 (Midpoint) - $270,000 (Maximum)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.

• 401(k) match (4.5%)

• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

• 12 paid holidays

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.

• Paid parental leave.

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

• Member referral bonus

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

• Voluntary benefits, including:

  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts

  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Technical Electrical Fellow:

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Technical Innovation: Develops and implements advanced electrical technologies to enhance product offerings and maintain industry leadership.

• Drive Strategic Programs: Oversees and manages high visibility initiatives that align with the company's long term strategic goals.

• Shape Product Development: Collaborates with cross functional teams to design and develop innovative electrical products and solutions.

• Resolve Complex Issues: Identifies and solves the most challenging technical problems, proposing innovative solutions to guide business strategy.

• Influence Stakeholder Decisions: Engages with senior leaders and external partners to negotiate and influence critical business decisions.

Key Skills:

• Technical Expertise: Mastery of electrical engineering principles and cutting edge technologies. Has company -wide recognized expertise.

• Strategic Leadership: Leading high impact programs that align with business objectives.

• Advanced Problem Solving: Identifying and resolving complex strategic challenges proactively.

• Innovation Management: Developing and implementing novel solutions to drive product and service advancement.

• Stakeholder Negotiation: Effectively negotiating with senior leadership and external partners to influence decisions.

• Strategic Planning: Shaping business direction through the development of innovative services and products.

• Cross Functional Collaboration: Coordinating across multiple departments to drive strategic initiatives.

• Thought Leadership: Influencing industry trends and business strategies through expert insights.

• Project Management: Managing largescale, highly visible projects from initiation to completion.

• Effective Communication: Articulating complex technical concepts to diverse and senior audiences.

Other Qualifications:

• 4 Year Bachelors BS AND 15+ years applicable experience

• International - Bachelors BS/University degree equivalent by Country AND 15+ years applicable experience

Senior Technical Electrical Fellow:

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Technology Strategy: Develops and executes technology strategies for high impact electric motor and motor control projects, aligning with Woodward's strategic objectives.

• Innovate Engineering Solutions: Designs and implements electrical motor and motor control engineering solutions that address complex technical challenges and drive industry advancements.

• Influence Business Direction: Collaborates with senior executives and external stakeholders to shape business strategies and make informed, strategic decisions. Develops significant and integrated system proposals.

• Mentor Technical Teams: Provides thought leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, fostering expertise and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

• Drive Strategic Initiatives: Leads highly visible programs and initiatives that advance Woodward's technological capabilities and enhance its competitive position in the industry. Identifies new areas of research and applications.

Key Skills:

• Technical Expertise: Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge in electric machines and motor control, including leading edge theories and methodologies. Possesses industry-wide recognized expertise.

• Strategic Leadership: Guides the development and execution of technology strategies that align with the company's strategic direction.

• Innovative Problem Solving: Utilizes groundbreaking approaches to address complex engineering challenges with global impact.

• Business Acumen: Understands and influences business and industry trends to drive product and service innovation.

• Project Management: Expertly manages high impact, technically demanding projects from conception to successful completion.

• Stakeholder Negotiation: Skilled in negotiating with senior executives and external partners to influence key business decisions.

• Advanced Communication: Excels in modifying the beliefs and opinions of senior leaders and peers through effective communication.

• Thought Leadership: Provides industry leading insights and represents the company at external panels and conferences.

• Financial Impact Analysis: Evaluates and manages projects with significant financial implications for the organization.

• Program Leadership: Leads highly visible programs and initiatives that shape the company's technology landscape.

Other Qualifications:

• 4 Year Bachelors BS AND 15+ years applicable experience

• International - Bachelors BS/University degree equivalent by Country AND 15+ years applicable experience

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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