Mechanical Engineer I - 2nd Shift (2:30pm-11:00pm CT)

01 & 04 Woodward, Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Woodward, Inc. in Rockford, IL is seeking an engineer-in-training to support the Actuator Specialty Valve (ASV) and IST, coordinating with multiple departments to meet project schedules.

The role emphasizes learning, applying standard engineering procedures, and contributing to process improvements under supervision. Requires a 4-year BS degree and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Support the Actuator Specialty Valve (ASV) and Integrated Support Team (IST).
• Coordinate tasks with other departments to meet schedules.
• Identify issues beyond current capability and learn from area experts.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Technical writing

Time management

Education

BS degree

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 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.

Estimated annual base pay: $65,000 (minimum) - $78,000 (midpoint) - $84,000 (maximum) Plus, 10% Shift Differential *Must be willing to work 2nd Shift - 2:30pm-11pm CT* 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, including floating 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

• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays, including floating 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

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Actuator Specialty Valve (ASV) and Integrated Support Team (IST).
• Works assigned tasks to meet schedule and may coordinate details with other departments.
• Recognizes problems which are beyond capabilities and is learning from the experts in the area.
• Learns the steps involved to incorporate process improvements.
• Performs routine functions which require application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related engineering tasks.
• May perform small component tests to support more senior engineers.

Key Skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills; learning technical writing skills (procedures, reports, etc.).
• Basic skills in problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Basic understanding of organizational structure and flow of information in the company.
• Recognizes problems which are beyond capabilities and seeks out appropriate experts and tools.
• Basic ability to understand and interpret industry and Woodward technical standards including quality system standards and PLC process Fundamental knowledge of commercial and in-house analytical packages.
• Ability to run existing standard tools. (e.g. Excel, equation solver software, etc.)
• Basic understanding of component function and testing.
• Learning manufacturing processes, drawings and geometric dimensioning and tolerances as well as shop standards and procedures.
• Effective time management skills.
• Team Leadership: Learns to work as part of a team and contribute to team goals. No leadership responsibilities at this stage.
• Process Improvements: Observes processes and suggests minor improvements under supervision.
• Application and Field Use Knowledge: Gains exposure to tested products and their basic applications in the field.

Other Qualifications

• 4 Year Bachelors BS degree

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.

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.