AECOM - Troy, MI
posted about 2 months ago
The Electrical Engineer position at Hobart Service, reporting to the Technical Engineering Manager, is a pivotal role focused on supporting and sustaining existing food equipment products within the ITW Food Equipment Group portfolio. This role is not only about maintaining current products but also involves contributing to the development of new offerings for the Hobart Service business. The successful candidate will engage in the selection and validation of alternative suppliers, materials, and electro-mechanical components, all aimed at enhancing equipment reliability and ensuring consistent uptime for customers. Collaboration is key in this role, as the Electrical Engineer will work closely with the Product Support Team, Project Leaders, and Product Managers. Together, they will create and implement tools and processes designed to improve the overall equipment experience and quality for customers. The position encompasses a variety of responsibilities, including leading the qualification of alternate vendors and materials to support the OEM parts strategy, as well as developing and implementing engineering change management processes. This includes updating drawings, managing approval routing, and overseeing the release for production. Additionally, the Electrical Engineer will support Product Lifecycle Management methodologies, which cover product launch, technology maturity, supply chain abatements, and product end-of-life planning. The role also involves leading projects to ensure that the Hobart Service organization is well-prepared to support new product launches through proprietary training programs, service manuals, parts catalogs, and critical parts supply. Quality activities are another significant aspect of this position, where the engineer will utilize industry-standard processes such as Root Cause Analysis, 8D problem solving, and APQP to enhance product performance and field technician efficiency. Furthermore, the development of preventative maintenance programs will be a key responsibility, leveraging FMEA, MTBF, and design specifications to ensure optimal equipment performance.