Controls Engineer

• Lead Vulcan controls development across the product portfolio through design, layout, testing, and evaluation of electrical and control systems.
• Develop connectivity solutions in alignment with the global strategy for a unified connected kitchen.
• Coordinate development efforts with suppliers and in-house personnel to minimize time-to-market while ensuring that New Product Development Stage Gate milestones are completed.
• Pioneer new cooking technologies, including advanced controls and heating systems, to further strengthen Vulcan’s position as an innovator within the food service equipment industry.
• Update existing heating, power, and control systems to improve efficiency while reducing costs, increasing reliability, and decreasing warranty expense.
• Manage and continuously improve in-house testing procedures for reliability, quality, and safety.
• 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, Energy Star and state level submissions.
• Manage patent applications in conjunction with ITW’s internal legal team to ensure that filings are submitted as necessary while participating in regular technology review meetings.
• As requested, work with and support other ITW Food Equipment Group operations to develop and improve new cooking technologies.
• Learn and embrace the ITW Business Culture to strengthen our unique ITW Competitive Edge.

Requirements

Education:

Electrical Engineering Degree.

6+ years control circuit design in a food service, commercial or industrial equipment manufacturing environment with hands-on development experience required.

Skills / Ability:

• Professional presence, trustworthy, and independent.
• Proven experience designing controls, connectivity, and power circuits for food service equipment with commercial, industrial, or related equipment experience considered.
• Deep knowledge of hardware, embedded firmware, and the ability to write specifications to align suppliers in support of new product development efforts.
• Knowledge of commercial cooking standards including UL-Standard 197 and NSF/ANSI Standard 4.
• Capable of leading multiple projects simultaneously requiring partner and supplier coordination, hands-on testing, and troubleshooting in the lab.
• Acts with a sense of urgency to create a strong result orientated culture with a keen focus on achievement.
• Schematic design and wiring diagram experience is required in addition to familiarity with mechanical design practices and data acquisition software to support lab testing efforts.
• Routinely uses spreadsheets and other analytical tools to accelerate timelines and exceed expectations.
• Team player that supports co-workers and other internal customers.
• Thrives in an entrepreneurial environment where all employees make informed decisions with known risks understood and shared by all.