Mechanical Engineer II or Senior

Woodward Inc.; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Woodward Inc. seeks engineers to support the Actuator Specialty Valve and Integrated Support Team, handling assigned tasks to meet schedules and coordinating with other departments.

The role involves identifying problems beyond current capabilities and learning from experts in the area. Senior and Level II roles require strong communication, problem solving, and the ability to work in a project team, with opportunities for process improvements and direct interaction with sales and development

Qualifications

• BS degree or MS with relevant engineering field and 1+ year of experience for entry levels; senior roles require 4+ years equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with standards (PLC, quality systems) and testing of components.
• Strong communication, problem solving, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Actuator Specialty Valve (ASV) and Integrated Support Team (IST).
• Plan, schedule and coordinate project phases; write and perform component tests.
• Contribute to process improvements and provide technical documentation for reviews.

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. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.Level IIEstimated annual base pay: $77,000 - $100,000Senior:Estimated annual base pay: $95,000 - $123,500All 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 members12 paid holidaysIndustry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hireVacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.Paid parental leave.Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional LifeMember referral bonusSpouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible SpendingVoluntary benefits, including:Home / Auto Insurance discountsWhole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military LeaveLevel II: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.May implement process improvements on a project level.Performs work which involves the use of conventional engineering practices.Writes and performs component tests with some supervision.Key Skills:Effective written and verbal communication skills include presentations (internal only); Basic technical writing skills (procedures, reports, etc.).Competent skills in problem solving and troubleshooting.Ability to effectively operate in the project team environment and communicate with customers. May direct or lead work of technicians, detailers and designers.Basic ability to understand and interpret industry and Woodward technical standards including quality system standards and PLC processBasic use and understanding of FEA tools, basic use of DFSS tools and methodologies; Basic knowledge of Engineering quality systems (PLC, engineering change, configuration management). Assists with the development of department and organization procedures.Basic understanding of component function and testing. Learning manufacturing processes, drawings and geometric dimensioning and tolerances as well as shop standards and proceduresEffective time management skills.Other Qualifications:4 Year Bachelors BS degree+ 1 Year of experience or MSInternational - Bachelors BS/University degree equivalent by Country AND 1 year of experience or MastersSenior:Key Responsibilities:Plans, schedules and coordinates detailed phases of a project.Participates in and promotes process improvements within assigned areas.Performs work which involves conventional engineering practices, but includes a variety of complex features, such as conflicting design requirements, non-standard materials and difficult coordination requirements.Provides direct support of sales and development by sharing information in the form of proposals and design reviewsIndependently writes and performs component tests.Key Skills:Effective written and verbal communication skills including presentations (internal, customers and management); Writes and communicates technical reports. Solid technical writing skills (EARS, procedures, reports, etc.)Competent skills in complex problem solving and troubleshooting.Ability to effectively operate in the project team environment and communicate with Customers. May direct or lead work of technicians, detailers and designers.Working knowledge of standards and the ability to apply complex groupings of standards into designs.Competent use and understanding of FEA tools, basic use of DFSS tools and methodologies; competent knowledge of Engineering quality systems (PLC, engineering change, configuration management). Solid ability to compute steady state results. Assists with development of department and organization procedures.Complete understanding of component function and testing requirements. Understands manufacturing processes, drawings and geometric dimensioning and tolerances as well as shop standards and procedures and how they impact designsMay guide level 1 and 2 Engineers.Competent use and understanding of FEA tools, basic use of DFSS tools and methodologies; competent knowledge of Engineering quality systems (PLC, engineering change, confi+DI19guration management). Solid ability to compute steady state results. Assists with development of department and organization procedures.Time Management: Highly skilled in balancing multiple priorities in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic, high-pressure environments tied to executive workloads.Other Qualifications:4 Year Bachelors BS degree AND 4+ years equivalent experienceInternational - Bachelors BS/University degree equivalent by Country AND 4+ years equivalent experienceAken - Certified Technician/ BachelorThis 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.#LI-AT1