Electrical Engineer

Alpine, an ITW company, is a leading provider of building component software, equipment, and the industry’s best service to truss manufacturers.  Partnering with our customers, we help to improve their businesses and make them more productive.  We are also a leader in delivering software solutions to homebuilders to increase productivity and profitability.  

ITW offers its employees a path for advancement, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help employees care for themselves, their families, and their futures. 

We are searching for an Electrical Engineer with controls experience to join our engineering team.

• Lead controls development through design, layout, testing, and evaluation of electrical and control systems.  
• Prepare electrical schematics and bill of materials for the fabrication and assembly of equipment
• Interface with manufacturing and service to support product assembly, testing, and troubleshooting
• Collaborate with a cross functional team of software and mechanical engineers to develop innovative solutions
• Coordinate development efforts with suppliers and in-house personnel to minimize time-to-market while ensuring that New Product Development milestones are completed.
• Manage and continuously improve in-house testing procedures for electronic components for safety, reliability, and quality.
• Liaise with product lines to provide best electrical and control practices, as well as help troubleshooting to maintain best in class equipment category.
• Assist in code compliance activities for new and existing products including UL.
• Learn and embrace the ITW Business Culture to strengthen our unique ITW Competitive Edge.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years control circuit design for commercial or industrial equipment with hands-on development experience required.
• Experience with software programming languages; IEC 61131-3 programming languages and C#
• Deep knowledge of hardware, embedded firmware, and the ability to write specifications to align suppliers in support of new product development efforts. 
• Capable of leading multiple projects simultaneously requiring supplier coordination, hands-on testing, and troubleshooting in the lab.
• Acts with a sense of urgency to create a strong result orientated culture
• Schematic design and wiring diagram experience is required in addition to familiarity with mechanical design practices and data acquisition software to support testing efforts. 
• Knowledge of OSHA Requirements to include Electrical Safety, Machine Guarding, and Authorized Lockout/Tagout Procedures.

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

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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.