Engineer Industrial II

01 & 04 Woodward, Inc.; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Paid holidays and vacation time

Parental leave

Job summary

Woodward’s Industrial Product Division in Fort Collins, Colorado seeks an Industrial Engineer II to support manufacturing operations through automated systems design and process development.

You will develop machine concepts, create detailed drawings, and maintain engineering standards while mentoring newer engineers and collaborating with controls and electrical teams to improve production flow and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Demonstrated experience designing automation equipment.
• Experience mentoring or training engineers.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and Creo CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations through the mechanical design, development, and implementation of automated systems.
• Develop machine concepts, mechanical designs, equipment layouts, assemblies, detailed drawings, and supporting documentation.
• Create bills of material and support component ordering for automation projects.
• Develop, document, and maintain mechanical engineering processes, standards, templates, and review practices to support consistent design execution.
• Help define and improve the department’s mechanical design workflow from concept through release and implementation.
• Serve as a technical resource for automated machine design projects on the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering team.
• Mentor and support newer engineers by sharing mechanical design knowledge, CAD best practices, and documentation expectations.
• Support design reviews and help ensure engineering deliverables are complete, accurate, and aligned with company standards.
• Analyze production material flow to identify bottlenecks, delays, and opportunities to improve production timelines.
• Perform basic capacity and resource calculations to identify constraints and resource needs for specific tasks or projects.
• Manage small-scale manufacturing projects under supervision, including timelines, budgets, deliverables, and stakeholder communication.
• Evaluate the feasibility of using one or more machines to complete sequential operations.
• Review electrical requirements with electrical designers, including input and output devices.
• Review machine operations and machine sequences with programmers.
• Partner with cross-functional team members to implement automation solutions that meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

Skills

Mechanical design leadership

Process development

Mentorship

Communication

CAD proficiency

Engineering documentation

Mechanical design

Design process ownership

Issue resolution

Drawing review

Automation knowledge

Productivity improvements

Data analysis

Workstation design

DFMA

Layout planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

NX

AutoCAD

Job description

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 committed to attracting strong talent across our communities and 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.

Industrial Engineer II Woodward’s Industrial Product Division in Fort Collins, Colorado is seeking an Industrial Engineer II to support manufacturing operations through mechanical design and the development of repeatable engineering practices for automated systems. This role combines hands‑on machine design with responsibility for improving mechanical design standards, documentation, and team capability. The Industrial Engineer II will develop machine concepts, mechanical designs, bills of material, and supporting documentation for automation projects while also helping define the mechanical design process used within the department. The role works closely with controls engineers, programmers, electrical designers, manufacturing team members, and operations leaders to develop automation solutions that improve production flow, equipment performance, operator efficiency, and manufacturability. In addition to executing design work, this position is expected to help mentor newer engineers, share technical knowledge, and support the growth of consistent design practices across the team.

Estimated annual base pay: $77,000.to $105,000 All members are included in the 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, and bereavement leave Paid parental leave Adoption assistance Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits Member life and AD&D, long-term disability, and member optional life insurance Member referral bonus Spouse and child optional life, optional AD&D, healthcare flexible spending account, and dependent care flexible spending account Voluntary benefits, including home and auto insurance discounts, whole life insurance, critical illness insurance, legal assistance, and military leave

Application window is anticipated to close 7 days from original posting date.

Key Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations through the mechanical design, development, and implementation of automated systems.
• Develop machine concepts, mechanical designs, equipment layouts, assemblies, detailed drawings, and supporting documentation.
• Create bills of material and support component ordering for automation projects.
• Develop, document, and maintain mechanical engineering processes, standards, templates, and review practices to support consistent design execution.
• Help define and improve the department’s mechanical design workflow from concept through release and implementation.
• Serve as a technical resource for automated machine design projects on the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering team.
• Mentor and support newer engineers by sharing mechanical design knowledge, CAD best practices, and documentation expectations.
• Support design reviews and help ensure engineering deliverables are complete, accurate, and aligned with company standards.
• Analyze production material flow to identify bottlenecks, delays, and opportunities to improve production timelines.
• Perform basic capacity and resource calculations to identify constraints and resource needs for specific tasks or projects.
• Manage small-scale manufacturing projects under supervision, including timelines, budgets, deliverables, and stakeholder communication.
• Evaluate the feasibility of using one or more machines to complete sequential operations.
• Review electrical requirements with electrical designers, including input and output devices.
• Review machine operations and machine sequences with programmers.
• Partner with cross-functional team members to implement automation solutions that meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

Key Skills

• Mechanical design leadership: Develop and improve design approaches, standards, and practices for automation equipment.
• Process development: Create repeatable methods, templates, checklists, and review steps to improve consistency and quality.
• Mentorship: Share foundational knowledge with peers and newer hires while supporting mutual learning and a positive team environment.
• Communication and collaboration: Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to align goals, share updates, and support manufacturing improvement efforts.
• CAD proficiency: Use CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, NX, or AutoCAD.
• Engineering documentation: Oversee the creation of engineering drawings and documentation in alignment with industry standards and company guidelines.
• Mechanical design: Develop and design mechanical components and assemblies that meet functional, performance, and manufacturability requirements.
• Design process ownership: Support the full design process from initial concept development through detailed design, review, release, and implementation.
• Issue resolution: Troubleshoot design and manufacturing issues, analyze problems, and implement effective solutions.
• Drawing review: Review drawings for accuracy, material selection, machining methods, finishes, hardness, and related design requirements.
• Automation knowledge: Understand standard automation components and concepts, including robotics, motion solutions, fixture design, press design, pneumatics, servo‑controlled systems, and related technologies.
• Productivity improvements: Identify production inefficiencies, propose practical solutions, and support workflow improvements.
• Data analysis: Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and bottlenecks using tools such as Pareto charts and process control charts.
• Workstation design: Design workstations that improve operator efficiency and reduce fatigue using ergonomic principles.
• Design for manufacturability and assembly: Apply DFMA principles to improve manufacturability and assembly while working with cross‑functional teams to refine designs.
• Layout planning: Use CAD tools to make layout adjustments and visualize workspace modifications, identify inefficiencies in material flow, and collaborate with others to improve layouts and space utilization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, Bachelor of Science, in engineering or a related technical field.

Successful Candidates Will Also Have:

• Demonstrated experience designing automation equipment.
• Experience developing or improving mechanical design processes, standards, or documentation practices.
• Experience mentoring or training engineers, designers, or technical team members.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and Creo CAD software.

Colorado Equal Pay Disclosure This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job‑related reasons.

Export Control Notice 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer 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.

What does it mean to be part of Woodward? It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem‑solving are at the heart of what we do.

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments. At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem‑solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future. Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.