Brooks Instrument is an industry leader in flow measurement and flow control products for critical applications, and a division of ITW (A Fortune 200 Company) is seeking candidates for a Electro-Mechanical Engineering Supervisor. This position will be based out of our headquarters facility in Hatfield, PA (Suburban Philadelphia). In addition to our Pennsylvania operations, Brooks maintains manufacturing locations in, Hungary, and Korea.  The Company also maintains sales offices throughout the world.  Our products are used in laboratory and process applications in end markets such as: life sciences, chemicals, semiconductor, analytical instruments, nuclear, and solar cells.

Basic Function

Lead the design, test, and troubleshoot of automated test systems for Brooks Instrument’s high-volume manufacturing lines. Collaborate with software engineers to develop, design, and integrate electro-mechanical control systems into mechanical frameworks.

Utilize skills to perform complex calculations related to Control System Design for Gas& Liquid Flow Measurement& Control.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the technical planning, design and architecture of electro-mechanical test stands for the manufacturing of precision flow control instruments.
• Develop and maintain documentation for new and existing systems, including developing CAD mechanical models, electrical and wiring schematics, P&ID, and bill of materials.
• Integrate mechanical components with electrical systems to ensure they work together seamlessly. This may involve wiring, connecting sensors and actuators, and programming control systems.
• Track and manage equipment projects to support new product or production needs on schedule.
• Work with stakeholders to understand test specifications and create concise requirements for the mechanical and software engineering groups.
• Provide input or mechanical hardware equipment recommendation to integrate within the stands.
• Evaluate design tradeoffs, balance technical risk of test/production equipment systems, define and assess software interfaces, and provide oversight of assembly and verification activities
• Oversee stand development and lead the testing, troubleshooting, and integration of assemblies and sub-components.
• Design equipment with components such as sensors, actuators, and other electromechanical devices.
• Create accurate project documentation, including schematics and operational manuals.
• Conduct testing and verification of equipment meeting defined requirements.
• Conducting research to adopt the latest technologies and improve system performance.
• Work with manufacturing, engineering, and service organizations to implement and validate advanced manufacturing processes into production.
• Provide support to global manufacturing and service centers with troubleshooting and solving test stand issues.
• Provide supervision and direction to the hardware development team managing equipment and project schedules on time.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to convert product performance requirements into electromechanical equipment design.
• Ability to interpret or develop equipment specifications, complex drawings, schematics, and follow machine control software.
• Mechanical CAD experience designing fixtures desired (SolidWorks and AutoCAD).
• Ability to select and evaluate sensors, actuators, motors and control devices based on system requirements.
• Experience with measurement and laboratory equipment, as well as data acquisition systems.
• LabVIEW programming experience a plus.
• Knowledge of deploying and troubleshooting equipment on field networks (RS-485 Modbus and DeviceNET), as well RS-232 and Ethernet-based networks.
• Capable of installing and replacing mechanical components and fixing wiring issues, if needed.
• Able to get along with others in a team environment.  This individual shall possess great interpersonal skills to work with technicians and engineers.
• Follow all safety protocols and pursue best design practices.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills required.

Education and Experience

•  BS in Engineering or other technical field and 4+ years of production equipment design or manufacturing engineering experience required. 
• Proven experience designing and documenting electro-mechanical systems.
• 1-3 years of experience managing or supervising others preferred
• Experience designing/troubleshooting fluid systems (pneumatic or compressed gas) highly desired.

Our employees enjoy competitive, merit-based salary plus excellent benefits including:

• Health and dental insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance / Short and Long Term Disability
• 401K plan with generous company match
• Vacation, personal days and holidays
• Continuing education reimbursement program
• Flexible spending accounts

The opportunity to join a well-established (70 + years in business) yet dynamically changing organization that works together as a team to meet the challenges of satisfying customers’ needs and managing rapid growth to better compete in a global marketplace.

Please visit our website: http://www.brooksinstrument.com/

ITW Company Overview

ITW was built on innovation and the strength of new ideas. These values have helped us expand into multiple platforms in nearly 60 countries. But at each of our businesses, the independent entrepreneurial spirit and freedom to innovate remain strong. It’s the highly talented people at ITW businesses all over the world who drive our success through new products and customer driven solutions. Together, we are ITW—a Fortune 200 company that has prospered for 100 years, and changed the way people live and work, all over the world.

Brooks Instrument is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without required to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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.