Working at Watlow
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 over 100 years!
Overview of Role
Design, develop and diagnose automation equipment for the manufacturing process to assist with the assembly, inspection, and testing of products. Works with NPD / NPI for product changes to meet manufacturing requirements and early engagement. Assists in training and deployment of equipment, including RMA, MPE (Mechanical Process Engineering), TE (Test Engineering), and Operations resources. Completes documentation sufficient for deployment, as well as, transferring to other sites.
Functional Contribution (Contribution Matrix)
Designs the software to automate the testing of a product.
Interfaces with database for data collection and data processing.
Works closely with the MPE and MES (Mechanical Execution System) Engineers for automation and testing to improve productivity and quality.
Designs the hardware to automate the testing of a product.
Create design schematics.
Creates test plans and test reports.
Assist with assembling and testing.
Actions impact primary team or product line.
Interacts with internal and external customers/suppliers.
Able to translate concepts into designs and actions.
Prepares detailed specifications / documentation for work that is completed.
Mastery of systematic/ creative problem-solving tools/skills.
Understanding and utilization of lean product development tools and methods.
Has a thorough understanding of the business or function being supported.
Skills, Abilities and Mastery (Responsibility Matrix):
Software Engineering
C#
LabVIEW
Python
C ++
Database Experience
Web Development
PLC
Electrical Engineering
Schematic Design
Technical Writing
Technical Support:
Serves as a subject matter expert in appropriate discipline area to provide technical support to engineers, designers, sales agents, customers, and production.
Works with suppliers to get samples, order parts, and explore cost saving ideas.
Trains production employees on products, processes, procedures, and equipment.
Administrative Activities:
Understands and follows all organization and department safety policies and procedures and identify improvements where necessary.
Issues tooling and materials purchasing requests.
Performs quality investigations and provides recommendations to address issues.
Coaching / Mentoring:
Provides coaching and feedback to less experienced technicians and designers.
Conducts training and technical orientation for new employees.
Qualifications
Must have:
Bachelor’s degree in computer and/or electrical engineering and at least 5 years of industrial experiences in related field.
Demonstrated experiences in software development and test engineering.
Demonstrated capability to read and interpret engineering schematics.
Excellent presentation skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team-based environment.
Demonstrated capability to interact with different functional teams to complete a project.
Perform mental tasks such as critical decision making, organizing many topics, prioritizing work to align with business objectives and exercising good judgement.
Ability to communicate and interact with suppliers and customers effectively.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
Fluent in English both verbal and written.
Additional success factors:
Project Management and Lean training/experience.
Knowledge of change control fundamentals and processes
Flexibility to handle multiple projects of varying size and scope.
Thorough attention to details and documentation.
Proactive team player with a desire to build effective working relationships.
Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in computer engineering and/or electrical engineering
- At least 5 years of industrial experience in a related field
- Experience in software development and test engineering
- Ability to read and interpret engineering schematics
- Excellent presentation skills
- Knowledge of MS Office
- Ability to work in a team-based environment
- Ability to collaborate with different functional teams to complete projects
- Critical decision-making, organization, prioritization, and judgment skills
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with suppliers and customers
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Fluent written and verbal English
- Project management training or experience
- Lean training or experience
- Knowledge of change control fundamentals and processes
- Ability to manage multiple projects of varying sizes and scopes
- Strong attention to detail and documentation
- Proactive teamwork and relationship-building skills
Watlow Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Watlow and has not been reviewed or approved by Watlow.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, alongside an Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, and flexible spending accounts. Some locations also provide onsite wellness clinics, reinforcing comprehensive health support.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings feature a 401(k) with company matching, with materials also noting an additional annual company contribution tied to performance. This structure supports longer‑term financial security beyond base pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes paid vacation, personal time and holidays, with parental leave highlighted in postings. PTO accrual appears tenure‑based.
Watlow Insights
What We Do
Watlow is a global industrial technology company that uses its world-class engineering expertise, advanced thermal systems and manufacturing excellence to provide a wide array of temperature control, power control, heater technologies and temperature sensing platforms. Watlow brings its experience to a broad cross section of industries, including semiconductor processing, environmental chambers, energy processes, diesel emissions, medical and foodservice equipment. Since 1922, Watlow has grown in product capability, market experience and global reach. The company holds more than 1,100 patents and employs more than 4,200 team members working in 11 manufacturing facilities and nine technology and development centers in the United States, Mexico, Europe and Asia. Watlow covers 95 countries through sales and distribution offices around the world.
