Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC in Appleton, WI, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design for industrial welding equipment. You will drive development from concept to production, integrating mechanical and electrical systems while meeting regulatory requirements.

In this role you will mentor engineers, manage risk, and collaborate with product, manufacturing, service, and suppliers to deliver high-performance, field-ready equipment used globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 8+ years of experience developing mechanical solutions for industrial products.
• Experience designing enclosures, sheet metal structures and brackets, extrusions and castings is preferred.
• Experience integrating mechanical and electrical systems including power electronics, thermal management, PCBs, vibration robustness and power routing is preferred.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, PDM Professional, SolidWorks Simulation and CF Design is preferred.
• Experience with UL, CSA, CE/UKCA and IEC/EN regulatory compliance is preferred.
• Experience supporting products through development, production release, and ongoing manufacturing support.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design efforts from concept through prototype, testing, DFMA, production and continuous improvement.
• Design enclosures, sheet metal parts, custom plastics components, extrusions and castings.
• Integrate mechanical and electrical systems with high voltage spacing and thermal management.
• Support reliability testing and regulatory compliance activities.
• Provide technical mentoring and coaching for Mechanical Engineers and Designers.
• Partner with product managers, engineers, manufacturing, service and suppliers to launch products.

Skills

Mechanical design

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM Professional

SolidWorks Simulation

CFD Design (CF Design)

Job description

Join Miller Electric and help shape the next generation of industrial welding equipment.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer in our Industrial Equipment & Automation Division, you will be responsible for the design, development, validation, and continuous improvement of industry-leading welding equipment. Working within our Customer Backed Innovation (CBI) process, you’ll lead mechanical development from concept through production, solve complex technical challenges, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver reliable, high-performance products used in demanding industrial environments around the world.

Product Design & Development

• Participate in Voice-of-Customer visits and Customer Backed Innovation (CBI) activities to transform customer insights into meaningful product solutions.
• Lead mechanical design efforts from concept through prototype, testing, Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA), production, and continuous product improvement.
• Design enclosures, sheet metal parts, custom plastic components, aluminum extrusions and castings.
• Integrate mechanical and electrical systems including power electronic converters with high voltage spacing requirements, thermal management requirements, printed circuit board assemblies, vibration robustness and detailed electrical power routing.
• Support reliability testing and regulatory compliance activities, including CSA, CE/UKCA, IEC/EN, UL, ETL, and other applicable industry standards.

Technical Leadership

• Serve as a lead mechanical engineer in product development projects and provide technical support for product sustainment activities.
• Assess project scope, technical complexity, and timeline estimates, providing recommendations that support successful project execution.
• Identify technical risks and implementation challenges early and help develop mitigation plans to maintain project schedules and objectives.
• Provide technical mentoring and coaching for Mechanical Engineers and Designers.
• Leverage and promote established engineering processes and best practices to drive effective design decisions and project execution.
• Conduct design reviews and provide guidance on technical decisions and trade-offs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with product managers, engineers, technicians, manufacturing, service, and suppliers to successfully develop and launch products.
• Provide engineering support for manufacturing, service, warranty and field-related issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 8+ years of experience developing mechanical solutions for industrial products.
• Experience designing enclosures, sheet metal structures and brackets, custom plastic components, aluminum extrusions, castings and machined components is preferred.
• Experience integrating mechanical and electrical systems including power electronic converters with high voltage spacing requirements, thermal management designs, printed circuit board assemblies, vibration robustness and detailed electrical power routing is preferred.
• Demonstrated success delivering innovative product designs while meeting project timelines.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, PDM Professional, SolidWorks Simulation and CF Design is preferred.
• Experience developing products for compliance with UL, CSA, CE/UKCA and IEC/EN regulatory requirements is preferred.
• Experience supporting products through development, production release, and ongoing manufacturing support.

Why ITW Welding?

Join a collaborative and growth-focused team where your expertise will directly impact the company’s financial health and operational success. We value innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Here’s what we offer to help you build the future you want:

• Generous Retirement Benefits – 401(k) match PLUS an additional retirement contribution to help you plan for the future.
• Paid Time Off – 11 paid holidays, 5 sick days, and vacation time to take time for what matters.
• Company-Paid Insurance – Life, AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance to give you peace of mind.
• Family-Friendly Benefits – 4 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement to support your family journey.
• Education Assistance – tuition reimbursement because we believe in investing in your personal and professional development.

At ITW Welding, we’re not just a place to work – we’re a community that empowers you to grow and make a real impact. Join us and build a career that makes a difference!

Company Description

Comprised of a market-leading portfolio of best-in-class brands, the businesses of ITW Welding work together to provide premium performance delivered through a breadth of solutions encompassing welding, cutting, consumables, and accessories. ITW Welding North America represents Miller Electric Welding Equipment, Safety & Accessories, Hobart Filler Metals, and Bernard / Tregaskiss MIG Guns.

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW). The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality and responsiveness. Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.