Advanced Technology Group Project Engineer at Hendrickson in Woodridge, Illinois

Job Description:

Position Purpose:



The Project Engineer (Electronics) will be responsible for researching, designing, developing, and testing new sensors or other electronic technologies as directed by the Advanced Technology Group (ATG) Steering Committee.



Essential Functions:



• Specify materials and components for use in designs of electronics and embedded components, systems, and assemblies in use with design engineering.


• Generates and optimizes designs for use with electronic sensors, systems, and assemblies.


• Develop and assemble prototypes for newly proposed electronic sensors and systems.


• Conduct stress analyses and optimization of designs for the integration of sensors into products.


• Identifies and recommends manufacturing processes and equipment for integrated sensor programs.


• Support development of low-cost prototype production concepts for new designs, including specification and procurement of equipment, tooling, and components.


• Develops detailed test plans based on industry standards or custom applications to validate new product concepts, materials, and processes.


• Write clear test procedures and detailed rest reports in a timely manner to meet project deadlines.


• Establishes clear targets, timing goals, and performance expectations for each electronic program to ensure clear definitions.


• Coordinate technical design and test aspects of new programs with suppliers and company divisions.


• Develop and provide presentation materials for technical presentations with internal audiences and supplement the presentation information as needed.


• Provides continuous improvement through employee development, process improvement, and elimination of waste.


• Follow company quality standards.


• Stay up to date on industry best practices and emerging technologies.


• Supervises concept development programs to meet packaging, performance, and cost targets.


• Other duties as assigned.



Education and Training



• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field required.


• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or mechatronics preferred.


• Master's degree or higher a plus.



Minimum Qualifications



• A minimum of 4 years' experience in an engineering role required.


• Ability to travel as needed up to 10% of the time.


• Experience in an electronic engineering or embedded engineering role preferred.


• Experience in product design preferred.


• Experience in manufacturing preferred.


• Experience in mechatronics for rugged environments preferred.


• Proficient with 3D printing processes and material properties required.


• Proficiency in mechanical software tools required (e.g., NX, ProE, SolidWorks, Creo, etc.).


• Understanding of electronics and the ability to read schematics.


• Experience with testing, data acquisition, and analysis equipment.


• Ability to manage major development projects and meet deadlines; ability to manage time.


• Experience in product innovation.



Hendrickson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.



Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 2400005W