Engineering Jobs in Hoffman Estates Illinois Remote

About the Company

Our client is a global manufacturer of CNC machines and precision equipment, with more than a century of industry experience. The company operates internationally with manufacturing and sales locations across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Following a recent private equity acquisition, the business is entering a new phase of strategic growth while continuing to focus on engineering excellence, manufacturing quality, and operational performance.

The Role

Our client is seeking a Quality Program Manager to lead and coordinate all aspects of quality assurance and continuous improvement within CNC machine manufacturing operations.

This role is critical to ensuring products meet strict quality standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements, while fostering a culture of quality across engineering, production, and supply chain teams.

The successful candidate will bring experience in precision manufacturing environments, strong leadership capability, and expertise in quality systems, ISO compliance, and root cause analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage quality programs, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with internal and external standards including ISO 9001
• Lead cross-functional quality improvement initiatives to reduce defects, improve yield, and enhance customer satisfaction
• Manage the Quality Management System (QMS) and oversee internal and external audits, including corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)
• Analyze manufacturing and inspection data to identify trends and drive corrective actions
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain teams to ensure quality is integrated throughout the product lifecycle
• Develop and maintain inspection protocols and testing procedures for CNC machines and components
• Act as the primary liaison for customer and supplier quality issues, audits, and complaint resolution
• Train and mentor quality inspectors, technicians, and production staff on quality control and continuous improvement practices
• Drive initiatives such as Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, and root cause analysis (RCA) to improve operational performance

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality management within CNC machining, precision manufacturing, or a similar environment
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, GD&T, SPC, FMEA, PPAP, and related quality tools and methodologies
• Demonstrated leadership and project management experience with cross-functional teams
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with expertise in root cause analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ERP and QMS systems (SAP or similar platforms preferred)
• Professional certifications such as CQE, CQM/OE, or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Opportunity to play a key role in quality leadership within a global manufacturing organization

Title: Senior Engineer,MEMS Characterization

Department: MEMS Engineering

Location: Itasca, Illinois

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

MEMS Characterization Senior Engineer will work with design, process, and failure analysis engineer on assisting characterization and failure analysis of the MEMS device, while supporting technology development, product qualifications and quality monitoring. Employee will maintain and develop new test solutions, recommend hardware requirements based on existing trends in characterization.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintain MEMS test solutions for production failure analysis, collaborating with design and process engineering to further characterization efforts and drive yield improvement
• Ensuring hardware and software installations are maintained.
• Continuous improvement of characterization capabilities collaborating with MEMS development team
• Perform microphone, MEMS, assembly failure analysis
• Work with design and process engineer to define characterization requirements and support execution of the characterization, including submitting work order requests and writing characterization reports.

Qualifications

• Master of Science/Engineering in Electrical/Mechanical/Material/Physics (or related field) with 2-5 years’ experience. PhD is a plus
• Experience in troubleshooting, debugging and with failure analysis of MEMS sensors is desired
• Familiar with material/device characterization using optical, electrical, mechanical methods
• Basic knowledge of acoustics and mechanics is an asset.
• Must be a team player with good communication skill.
• Familiar with material/device characterization using optical, electrical, mechanical methods
• Knowledge of calibration methodologies and best practices
• Basic knowledge of statistical analysis (JMP, MiniTab, R) is an asset
• Reliability testing experience is an asset
• Experience with electrical test equipment such as parameter analyzer, oscilloscope, probe station, and data acquisition system are desired
• Experience with advanced surface science methodologies (SEM, Raman, Auger, FIB, FTIR) an asset
• Hands on experience on developing environmental testing setup and fixtures for sensors under thermal, vibration, and electrical tests is a plus
• Solid foundation in MEMS microphone acoustics theory, including capacitive transduction principles (Experience analyzing thin-film residual stress, mechanical-electrical sensitivity optimization, damping resistance (Skvor's formula), and high-frequency response/SNR enhancement mechanisms) is a plus
• Proficient in finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as COMSOL Multiphysics or ANSYS for 3D MEMS microphone simulations is a plus
• Understand the principle of dynamic system modeling and proficient in Matlab Simulink and LTSpice is a plus

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Knowles is a market leader and global provider of advanced micro-acoustic microphones and balanced armature speakers, audio solutions, and high performance capacitors and radio frequency ("RF") filtering products, serving the MedTech, defense, consumer electronics, electric vehicle, industrial, and communications markets. Our focus on the customer, combined with unique technology, proprietary manufacturing techniques, and global operational expertise, enables us to deliver innovative solutions across multiple applications. Knowles, founded in 1946 and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, has approximately 7,000 employees at facilities located in 13 countries around the world. At Knowles, we are committed to engineering a better tomorrow through the actions we take on a daily basis. We believe that our focus on ethical, socially responsible, and environmentally sustainable behavior guides our decision-making processes and helps keep us accountable. Visit us at

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Company Description

ITW Electronic Component Solutions is a global leader, comprised of distinguished brands specializing in unique product technologies for various industries. These industry-leading brands provide innovative solutions to key markets, reinforcing ITW as a trusted name in electronic component solutions worldwide. The ITW ECS group includes ITW Formex, ITW Linx, and ITW Lumex, all of which contribute to the development of cutting-edge technologies across global markets.

The Buyer/Planner is responsible for planning and scheduling production activities while managing the procurement of raw materials, components, and services required for the ITW ECS business units. This role ensures that production schedules, material availability, and supplier performance align to meet customer demand, maintain optimal inventory levels, and support overall operational efficiency. This is a full-time, onsite position in Bartlett, IL. Only local candidates will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules based on customer demand, forecasts, and capacity constraints
• Coordinate daily production planning activities with operations, ensuring labor, equipment, and materials are properly allocated
• Monitor work‑in‑process and finished goods levels to ensure on‑time order completion
• Communicate schedule changes or risks to operations, customer service, and leadership

Material Planning & Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate material requirements planning (MRP) within the ERP system
• Ensure adequate inventory levels are maintained to meet production schedules while minimizing excess or obsolete stock
• Conduct root‑cause analysis on shortages, delays, or inventory inaccuracies and implement corrective actions
• Track safety stock levels and update planning parameters as needed

Purchasing & Supplier Management

• Source, select, and purchase raw materials, components, and indirect supplies in alignment with production needs
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor vendor performance.
• Track and publish critical supply chain metrics, including customer and supplier on-time delivery.
• Follow up on open purchase orders, expedite materials when needed, and resolve delivery or quality issues
• Maintain accurate vendor records and purchasing data in the ERP system

Capacity & Resource Planning

• Analyze production capacity, equipment constraints, and labor availability to ensure feasible schedules
• Recommend adjustments to staffing levels, shift schedules, or outsourcing when required to meet demand
• Partner with engineering on new products, engineering changes, and phase-outs

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with procurement, operations, engineering, customer service, and quality to maintain smooth production flow
• Communicate proactively regarding material constraints, schedule risks, and priority changes
• Support S&OP processes by providing data on capacity, demand, inventory, and supplier performance

Continuous Improvement

• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement initiatives to enhance material flow and scheduling accuracy
• Improve planning tools, part parameters, and forecasting methods
• Participate in cost-reduction efforts through sourcing, inventory optimization, and process efficiencies

Minimum Required Skills and Education

• High School Diploma required
• 3 years of experience in production planning, materials management, or purchasing in a manufacturing environment
• Prior experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Excel and planning tools
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, capacity planning, and inventory control principles
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English

Preferred Skills and Education

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business or related field
• Experience with Epicor ERP preferred

Work Conditions

• Primarily office environment, but may require periodic walking throughout the facility to coordinate with production, shipping, and warehouse teams

This is a full-time, onsite position in Bartlett, IL. Only candidates local to the Chicago area will be considered.

Compensation range: $30-$32 per hour

Why ITW ECS?

Here’s what we offer to help you build the future you want:

• Generous Retirement Benefits – 401(k) match PLUS an additional retirement contribution to help you plan for the future.
• Paid Time Off – Paid holidays, sick days, and vacation time to take time for what matters.
• Company-Paid Insurance – Life, AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance to give you peace of mind.
• Family-Friendly Benefits – 4 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement to support your family journey.
• Education Assistance – tuition reimbursement because we believe in investing in your personal and professional development.

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.

About the Company

MultiTech, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Carol Stream, IL, is a top provider of highly engineered metal components and assemblies. MultiTech serves the Automotive, Industrial, Hydraulics and Power Transmission & Distribution market industries, with sales of $180 million. MultiTech operates seven manufacturing facilities and six distribution sites in the US, Mexico, and Asia. Our mission is to build a leading global metal manufacturing and assembly organization combining technology with superior quality manufacturing capabilities executed by our best asset - our employees. The ideal candidate will build on their experience and skills while growing with the company through career advancement opportunities.

About the Role

The Production Control Coordinator is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating production activities to ensure efficient workflow, on-time delivery, and accurate ERP system data. Works closely with Operations, Purchasing, and Shipping to support daily manufacturing needs.

Responsibilities

• ERP Management (Epicor):
• Maintain and update production schedules within Epicor.
• Create and release work orders/jobs and ensure all required data is accurate.
• Monitor job statuses and perform job closings in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate BOM/routing changes when identified thru Engineering.

Production Scheduling:

• Schedule primary machines and key resources to optimize throughput and minimize downtime.
• Adjust schedules based on priority changes, machine availability, material constraints, and customer needs.
• Communicate daily schedule priorities with Production Supervisors.

Material Coordination:

• Release raw material to jobs and ensure correct inventory transactions.
• Prevent shortages and ensure timely material availability.

Workflow & Coordination:

• Track WIP levels and move jobs through departments as required.
• Support continuous improvement to reduce bottlenecks and improve lead times.
• Maintain strong communication with Manufacturing, Quality, and Shipping teams.
• Reporting & Accuracy:
• Analyze and resolve Epicor transaction errors, quantity discrepancies, and job variances.
• Generate daily/weekly production reports for management review.

Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems; Epicor experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing workflows and machine scheduling.
• Ability to interpret work orders, BOMs, and blueprints (a plus).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

Job Metrics / Success Indicators:

• On-time delivery performance
• Schedule adherence and machine utilization
• Accuracy of inventory and job costing
• Reduction in late jobs and production bottlenecks

Equal Opportunity Statement

MultiTech Industries is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Define project scope, goals, milestones, and deliverables in alignment with project success.
• Manage project lifecycle from order hand-off through closeout, ensuring timely execution and customer satisfaction.
  
  

• Lead cross-functional teams and facilitate effective communication among engineering, operations, sales, procurement, and external partners.
• Assign tasks, set expectations, and provide guidance to ensure successful execution.
• Conduct regular project meetings and provide status updates.
  
  

• Identify potential risks and create mitigation strategies.
• Track project issues and drive timely resolution.
• Manage scope changes through structured change order processes.
  
  

• Serve as primary point of contact for project stakeholders and customers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships through timely communication and transparent updates.
• Ensure customer requirements are captured, understood, and delivered.
  
  

• Ensure project deliverables meet engineering, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Conduct project reviews and post-project evaluations to drive continuous improvement.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, construction management, or technical field.
• 3–7 years of project management experience preferred. Experience in managing electrical distribution equipment is desired.
• PMP, CAPM, or similar certification is a plus.
  
  

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency with project management tools (SEG building a custom tool now)
• Ability to lead teams and influence without direct report responsibility.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and overall proficiency with data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Google Sheets, ERP exports, Power BI preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

• Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  
  

Title: Lead Software Engineer - AI Application Platform

Mode of interview 1 round in person

Location: Must be in Charlotte, NC to work Hybrid Model

Main Skill set: Python, AI and Angular

Description:

Lead Software Engineer - AI Application Platform

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to guide the architectural development and execution of the client, a sophisticated AI-powered application generation platform. This role suits a proven technical leader with deep, hands-on expertise across the full software stack who finds enabling a team to build better software deeply satisfying.

You will shape critical systems, mentor senior and junior developers through complex technical decisions, conduct rigorous code reviews across multiple technology domains, and directly influence the platform's trajectory through strategic engineering leadership.

This is for someone who:

• Engages thoughtfully when a junior developer asks targeted architectural questions—because you see an opportunity to shape how someone thinks about systems
• Takes time to explain subtle type-safety issues in code review, understanding that feedback is a teaching moment
• Can present architecture clearly to executives and confidently explain both what we're building and why it matters
• Finds more energy in the code your team ships than in the code you write individually
• Has proven depth across the full stack and a track record of developing engineers into stronger contributors

This is not a single-language codebase. The role requires the ability to make informed decisions on TypeScript design patterns, Python FastAPI architecture, AWS security posture, and Terraform state management in context with one another.

The Platform Challenge

The client is fundamentally a Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) for dynamic application generation. This differs from building a traditional SaaS product. Rather than building one application, you're building infrastructure that enables users to build their own applications.

What this means architecturally:

• Dynamic Content Generation at Scale: Unlike traditional development where code is fixed, AppGen generates JSON form schemas, validation rules, and UI layouts on demand. The FormBuilder component doesn't know what fields will exist until runtime. The layout engine renders user-designed screens from configuration, not hardcoded templates.
• Multi-Tenant Isolation & Data Segregation: Each user gets their own generated app, potentially deployed to their own AWS environment. The architecture must account for data isolation, namespace management, and cross-tenant security considerations.
• User-Defined Data Structures: Traditional applications are built with predetermined database schemas. AppGen works differently—form structures, field types, and validation rules emerge from user conversations with Claude. This brings engineering challenges: How do you safely execute validation logic that users define? When users modify existing forms that have thousands of submissions, how do you maintain backward compatibility? How do you version schemas?
• Content Rendering, Not Code Generation: Unlike traditional no-code platforms where users drag-and-drop to build, AppGen uses AI instead. Users chat with Claude, Claude generates a form schema, and your platform renders that schema reliably across diverse field types, validation patterns, and workflows. The system renders configurations for immediate use, rather than generating code for later deployment.

Experience that directly transfers:

• You've contributed to or led development of low-code/no-code platforms (visual builders, workflow engines, configuration-driven systems)
• You've worked on SaaS platforms with multi-tenant architecture and understand isolation strategies, rate limiting, and per-customer customization
• You've built dynamic rendering systems that handle unknown/arbitrary schemas at runtime
• You've addressed the unique challenges of treating data configurations as user-created content (form builders, report designers, automation workflows)
• You understand the difference between platform infrastructure and applications built on that infrastructure—and the architectural implications of each

Core Responsibilities

1. Technical Architecture & Systems Thinking (40%)

• Shape architectural decisions across the full stack: How should the component layer handle dynamically generated forms? What's the right approach to validate complex cross-field dependencies in the FormBuilder? What separation of concerns makes sense between the Generator Lambda and the Parent Backend?
• Guide architecture discussions: Help senior developers think through design trade-offs. Should we use NgRx or Angular signals for this feature? When does a new Lambda function become worthwhile given cold-start costs?
• Identify and address system-wide bottlenecks: Work across layers to improve performance. Explore Lambda cold-start optimization, RDS query efficiency, and DynamoDB access patterns.
• Establish patterns and guide consistency: Define coding conventions that work across Python, TypeScript, and Terraform. Help new team members understand the reasoning behind architectural choices.
• What this looks like in practice: You're able to justify architectural decisions with technical reasoning. When someone questions an approach, you can explain the trade-offs you considered. You can write code in multiple languages to validate an approach if needed.

2. Code Review & Technical Guidance (30%)

• Full-stack PR reviews: Review Python FastAPI endpoints and Angular components with equal depth, understanding how they interact.
• Deep technical review: Catch issues thoughtful code review can surface:
• RxJS Observable lifecycle and potential memory patterns in Angular
• Query efficiency and data loading patterns in SQLAlchemy
• Terraform module organization and state management implications
• Type safety and TypeScript coverage gaps
• AWS security and IAM configurations
• Educational feedback: Your code reviews help the team learn. When you identify an issue, reviewees understand not just what changed, but how to think about similar problems in the future.
• Define quality expectations: Work with the team to establish what \"production-ready\" means for this platform and support consistent application of those standards.
• What this requires: Experience reviewing code across teams and multiple languages. You know how to write feedback that resonates—clear, constructive, and focused on helping people improve.

3. Mentorship & Team Development (20%)

• Expand specialist capabilities: Help backend specialists learn to contribute to the forms-engine. Support frontend experts in understanding FastAPI patterns.
• Accelerate junior developers: Pair on complex problems. Explain the reasoning behind patterns like DataState. Connect architectural choices to implementation details and performance implications.
• Identify and address gaps: Recognize when someone is struggling with a technology and provide targeted support—training, pair programming, or guidance through architectural decisions.
• Create growth opportunities: Stretch the team into new areas. A backend engineer working on their first Terraform contribution. A frontend specialist implementing an AWS Lambda authorizer.
• What this requires: Genuine investment in people's growth. You've walked developers through major transitions (generalist to specialist, specialist to full-stack, or into new technology areas). You understand that team strength grows when individuals expand their capabilities.

4. Stakeholder Communication & Technical Leadership (10%)

• Explain to diverse audiences: Translate architectural choices and trade-offs for product managers, executives, and business stakeholders. Connect \"optimizing DynamoDB queries\" to \"improving form submission latency by 30%.\"
• Shape technical direction: Contribute the engineering perspective on feasibility, risk, and what unlocks future capabilities.
• Support release confidence: You understand the code changes, comprehend the risks, and know what to monitor. You can stand behind releases.

Required Qualifications

Technical Skills

Frontend (Production Experience)

• 5+ years of Angular (including handling version migrations, optimizing change detection, and guiding teams through reactive patterns)
• Strong TypeScript skills with generics, discriminated unions, and strict mode
• RxJS depth: You understand hot vs. cold observables, unsubscription patterns, and can identify potential memory issues in reviews
• NgRx state management: You've designed stores at scale, optimized selectors, and evaluated architectural implications
• CSS Grid & Responsive Design: You can assess component hierarchy and layout decisions
• Material Design: You've worked within it and know when and how to extend it

Backend (Production Experience)

• 5+ years of Python (async/await, type hints, data modeling)
• FastAPI production experience: session management, dependency injection, middleware
• SQL and ORMs (SQLAlchemy): You write efficient queries and review them critically
• AWS services: Understanding of Lambda behavior, IAM least-privilege patterns, VPC networking
• REST API design: Versioning, error handling, idempotency
• Testing frameworks: pytest, testing st

An international industrial tapes and plastic materials company is currently searching for a Remote Automotive Sales Representative to join their company in the Greater Detroit area. The ideal candidate has 5 years of sales management and business development experience in an automotive industry or/and in chemical/plastic materials. This is a full-time, direct hire position.

Remote Automotive Sales Representative Responsibilities Include:

• Identify new business development opportunities, and establish relationships with potential customers within assigned sales territory
• Work with customers to determine appropriate solutions to their needs, assist with new product applications, and answer questions and requests for information regarding product details, issues, etc.
• Create price quotations and negotiate price / costs with customers
• Secure product orders and follow up on tracking and delivery
• Developing sales strategies with other sales members
• Collaboration with accounting departments to address any issues on account receivable
• Visit existing customers and potential new clients to receive potential sales and monitor any future projects and product problems
• Market research and analysis
• Business travel to the customer’s sites as needed (around 35%)
• Other duties as assigned

Remote Automotive Sales Representative Responsibilities Include:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a Business or Aerospace Engineering field preferred
• At least 5 years of sales management and / or business development experience in parts manufacturing company
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes in industrial tapes are plus
• Hunter mentality with ability to research and generate new sales leads and opportunities
• Strong communication and collaboration ability in a multicultural environment
• Ability to prioritize tasks and good organizational skills
• Ability to travel to customer’s site as needed
• Good computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• This position includes manufacturing and office work environment. While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.