HARTING Technology Group · 1 day ago
Innovation Engineer (Hybrid)
Elgin, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $130K/yr
2+ years expHARTING Technology Group is a leading international supplier of industrial connectivity, connecting customers to their digital future. They are seeking an Innovation Engineer to focus on bringing new technologies to life through co-creation with partners and the creation of functional industrial prototypes.
Industrial Automation
Responsibilities
Ideation, conceptualization, and development of new innovative products, including validation of development results in line with customer requirements in the field of connectivity
Close coordination with internal and external customers or project teams, as well as project management
Focus on rapid prototyping and testing, as well as collaboration with early adopters to validate market potential
Communicating results and market potential to both technical and non-technical stakeholders or audiences
Supporting the patent application process to protect new developments
Participation in industry and trade and industry fairs, as well as willingness to travel for customer appointments
Scan and scout new technologies to pursue innovative approaches and applications
Initiate, plan, and execute projects with multiple levels of complexity that may require collaboration across regional and international teams
Maintain, operate and manage lab equipment as necessary
Performs other duties as assigned
Travel up to 15%
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in a technical field (Mechanical Engineering preferred, but also includes Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar field.)
Passionate and open minded with an entrepreneurial mindset: you are a 'maker.'
Enthusiastic about technology in core applications as well as adjacent related fields and scientific disciplines
2 to 7 years of experience in new product development
Strong networking skills and the desire to work in a cross-functional team
Outstanding critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Thorough understanding of the fundamental scientific process and engineering principles
Proficient with analytical software tools (e.g., CAD, MATLAB, etc.) used for design, testing and reporting
Excellent verbal and written communication skills that allow you to effectively present ideas to executives and customers
Preferred
Bachelors or Master's degree in engineering or other applicable technical field
Knowledge of multiple functional areas such as product management, engineering design, and manufacturing
Benefits
21 days PTO (Paid Time Off) to start – quickly earn more PTO as you stick with us (36 days max).
Medical, dental, and vision Insurance – several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from.
Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability – at no cost to employee.
Paid parental leave, tuition and fitness reimbursement, and a hybrid working policy.
401(k) with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match – fully vested upon eligibility!
Continuing Education Tuition Reimbursement (US)
Onsite Café (US)
Company
HARTING Technology Group
The HARTING Technology Group is a leading global provider of industrial connectivity.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2026-01-07
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2025-10-09
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