Manufacturing Engineer

ITW Sexton; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ITW Sexton in Decatur, AL is seeking an entry-level Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop, and maintain electromechanical systems. You will support production, quality, R&D, and automation initiatives to improve performance, reliability, and efficiency.

The role involves designing, testing, and troubleshooting electromechanical equipment, reading schematics, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement improvements in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in a technical field with 0–3 years of experience in manufacturing/automation engineering.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Strong reading of technical drawings and schematics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, repair, and test electromechanical systems and equipment.
• Integrate electrical controls with mechanical systems (motors, sensors, actuators).
• Create and review schematics, drawings, and specifications.
• Troubleshoot automated equipment and machinery problems.
• Support manufacturing processes from installation to maintenance.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and R&D to improve product performance.
• Develop and implement control systems using PLCs and automation tools.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering/technical field

Tools

CAD software (SolidWorks)

AutoCAD

PLC and automation basics

Job description

Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 200 global industrial company centered on a differentiated business model. The company’s seven business segments leverage the 80/20 business model to generate solid growth, best-in-class margins and favorable returns in markets where innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries targeting sustainable and profitable organic growth.

The Sexton business is a market leader in the manufacturing of high-pressure aerosol cans and is seeking an entry-level, Manufacturing Engineer for its Decatur, AL facility, located 30 minutes Southwest of the Huntsville area.

The Manufacturing Engineer will design, develop, and maintain systems that integrate electrical and mechanical components. This role supports production, quality, product development, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives by applying engineering principles to enhance performance, reliability, and efficiency.

Essential Functions

• Design, develop, repair, and test electromechanical systems, components, and equipment
• Integrate electrical controls with mechanical systems (motors, sensors, actuators)
• Create and review engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with automated equipment and machinery
• Support manufacturing processes, including installation, commissioning, and maintenance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (manufacturing, quality, R&D) to improve product performance
• Develop and implement control systems using PLCs and automation tools
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in technical field such Engineering, Industrial Technology and 0-3 years of experience or comparable working experience in manufacturing, electrical, and/ or automation engineering in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work well as an individual contributor and as part of a team
• Ability to communicate in a positive manner with all levels within the organization
• Must be well organized, detailed oriented, and able to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work in mechanical/electrical oriented situations in a manufacturing setting
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills preferred
• Self-starter and effectiveness in managing projects through to completion preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems design improvements preferred
• Experience in lean manufacturing practices preferred
• Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) preferred
• Knowledge of PLC and HMI programming and industrial automation preferred
• Knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and control panels preferred