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Woodward, Inc

Mechanical Engineer

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In-Office
Rockford, IL
65K-78K Annually
Entry level
In-Office
Rockford, IL
65K-78K Annually
Entry level
Entry-level mechanical engineer performing routine engineering tasks, small component tests, and supporting process improvements. Learns to apply standard techniques, interpret drawings/GD&T, run analytical tools, and coordinate with other departments while developing troubleshooting and technical writing skills.
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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. 

Estimated annual base pay: $65,000 - $78,000

All Levels are eligible for the benefits below:

  • All 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 members  

  • 12 paid holidays

  • Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

  • Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

  • Paid parental leave

  • Adoption Assistance  

  • Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits

  • Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life 

  • Member referral bonus 

  • Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending 

  • Voluntary benefits, including:  

    • Home / Auto Insurance discounts 

    • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave 

  
Key Responsibilities:

  • 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.

  • Learns the steps involved to incorporate process improvements.

  • Performs routine functions which require application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related engineering tasks.

  • May perform small component tests to support more senior engineers.

Key Skills:

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills; learning technical writing skills (procedures, reports, etc.).

  • Basic skills in problem solving and troubleshooting.

  • Basic understanding of organizational structure and flow of information in the company. Recognizes problems which are beyond capabilities and seeks out appropriate experts and tools.

  • Basic ability to understand and interpret industry and Woodward technical standards including quality system standards and PLC process

  • Fundamental knowledge of commercial and in-house analytical packages. Ability to run existing standard tools. (e.g. Excel, equation solver software, etc.)

  • Basic understanding of component function and testing. Learning manufacturing processes, drawings and geometric dimensioning and tolerances as well as shop standards and procedures.

  • Effective time management skills.

  • Team Leadership: Learns to work as part of a team and contribute to team goals. No leadership responsibilities at this stage.

  • Process Improvements: Observes processes and suggests minor improvements under supervision.

  • Application and Field Use Knowledge: Gains exposure to tested products and their basic applications in the field.

Other Qualifications:

  • 4 Year Bachelors BS degree

This 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.

Woodward, Inc Niles, Illinois, USA Office

6300 W Howard St, Niles, United States, 60714

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