Senior Engineer

Working at Watlow

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a great living and be part of a thriving cross functional community? Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for nearly a century. Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone and lead with service and humility.

Overview of Role

We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate Test Automation Engineer to develop new automation solutions for our manufacturing process. This role requires a strong technical background in automation and control systems and will be able to work effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure that the development and release process of the automated equipment is in a standardized format, efficient, and meets or exceeds the manufacturing requirements.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement cost effective automation methods for new and existing production processes.
• Develop and maintain standardized automation tools.
• Assist with standardized automation strategies and architectures for our software platform.
• Insure proper release of documentation into the business system.
• Develop and execute tester Verification, Validation plans/reports.
• Develop budget and manage capital projects for equipment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering, and five years minimum demonstrated experience.
• Demonstrated computer skills (MS Office, ability to install and run various software applications, Windows XP, Window 7 experience).
• Software: LabVIEW (8 to 10 years preferred), C#.
• Ability to design and build complex machines to eliminate/reduce human interaction.
• Knowledge and proficiency in machine controls technology.
• Knowledge and proficiency in design, build and debug of complex electrical systems.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team-based environment.

Additional success factors

• Version control tools (Github).
• Software: CVI, Python, PLC, others.
• Proficiency with database technology (e.g. Oracle, SQL)
• Previous experience with hardware/software automation.
• Leadership qualities.
• Project Management skills.

Benefits: The Watlow Total Compensation Plan

The health, well-being and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life and career enhancing benefits:

• Annual Achievement Award
• 401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
• Onsite wellness clinic
• Wellness incentives
• Employee Personal Assistance Program
• Dental, medical, vision and short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

Diversity & Inclusion

We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member's individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at accommodations@Watlow.com.