Company Description

Want to work for a company who protect the consumer whilst also having a highly commercial focus? ‘We Keep Food Safe’ from physical contaminants, saving lives and reducing waste. 

LOMA SYSTEMS is a premium worldwide manufacturer of inspection equipment, used to identify contaminants and product defects in the food and pharmaceutical industries. LOMA Systems has over 50 years of experience developing and installing Designed to Survive ™ equipment, that delivers on our company purpose to ensure when products leave the factory, they are contamination free, to the quality intended and safe for you as the consumer. We pride ourselves in delivering on our commitments, providing high quality technical service and trusted advice to our customers. 

Our culture is hands-on

At Loma Systems every individual is encouraged to take the initiative to get things done, and you will have the opportunity to make a real impact. LOMA Systems’ parent company is Illinois Tool Works (ITW), a fortune 250 diversified industrial manufacturer of value-added consumables and specialty equipment. ITW live by a philosophy of autonomy and a decentralized culture. This unique relationship means Loma systems can offer a personalized experienced to each and every employee, whilst offering the career progression and stability that comes from working for a larger organization. 

At Loma and ITW we leverage the 80:20 principle in everything we do. We are serious and focused on improving food and pharmaceutical safety but know that they best way to achieve this is through employing a positive mindset and have a one team culture. If you have a proactive approach and want to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Job Description

Overview: The Graduate Applications & Mechanical Design Engineer will hold responsibilities within the two associated teams. They will review customer applications with the goal of determining the most appropriate solution and present this through accurate and detailed quotations. They will also produce cost effective and technically sound designs in-line with Loma design standards. Furthermore, it will be their responsibility to assist with and improve upon communication of clear information from quotation through to manufacturing.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare quotations for customized equipment based on customer requirements.
• Facilitate effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Address specialized customer inquiries including performance estimation, product testing, and redesign evaluation.
• Design inspection equipment (Metal Detector, Checkweigher & X-ray’s) in line with current Loma System standards to meet application requirements and fulfil orders within the expected lead times.
• Create detailed part and assembly drawings in-line with existing design standards to accurately communicate specifications to Procurement and Suppliers.
• Create Bill of Materials within ERP software.
• Maintain existing Engineering systems related to drawing numbers, part numbers, drawing files, etc.
• Create individual component detail drawings for suppliers, and work with purchasing to ensure parts meet design specifications.
• Support internal customers such as sales, procurement, production, and service when appropriate.
• Participate in product development projects when appropriate.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues in other company locations, particularly the UK parent company.
• Pro-actively participate in ITW’s ‘toolbox’ initiatives.
• In addition to the responsibilities listed above, the position holder may need to complete other tasks assigned by their manager related to their position and duties.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or similar field required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant design experience or a previous Engineering Internship required in a similar role.
• Good knowledge and experience in the following areas:
  • Mechanical assembly & working practices as well as component manufacturing methods.
  • Mechanical design – sheet metal, framing in box section, conveyor belting, geared motor selection etc.
  • Understanding/ appreciation of electrical system designs.
  • Project Management.
  • Report writing.
• Computer literacy – word processing, spreadsheets, databases, CAD (SolidWorks).
• Demonstrated excellent time management, prioritization abilities and communication skills.
• Hands on approach, with good interpersonal skills.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate and work within a team environment.
• Ability to react quickly to changing priorities.

Desirable:

• Experience in the design of conveyors and material-handling equipment for the Food and Packaging industries.
• Pneumatic design – the use of localise air filtration systems with the purpose of controlling pneumatic cylinders and other reject operations.
• Electrical design - understand control panel components such as relays, circuit breakers, main isolators, transformers; understand the principals of using various electrical components from power source to the field device; able to read and interpret electrical drawings; understand the difference between single and 3 phase and 230/115/24-volt controls and various types of analogue signals.

Additional Information

Benefits:

Along with opportunities for career growth and development, Loma Systems provides a comprehensive benefits package, in conjunction with ITW, which supports our employees’ educational endeavours, wellness and financial security. Here are some of the features our comprehensive package has to offer:

• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Saver Accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Paid vacation, sick days and holidays
• Wellness and fitness program
• Advancement opportunities
• Educational assistance
• Volunteer and matching charitable gifts programs
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts with the ITW key suppliers: cars, computers, appliances and more

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or relocation assistance.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please call the Loma Human Resources Dept. at (224) 856-8937 to request assistance. No other requests will be acknowledged.

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.