Job Title: Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer to lead and manage complex mechanical design projects for custom packaging machinery and systems. This role demands technical expertise in mechanical design, CAD, troubleshooting, and risk assessments, along with the ability to support cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement in design and manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for documentation, design reports, and manual writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead detailed mechanical design projects for custom packaging machinery and systems.
• Provide technical support to the sales team in developing layout drawings and high-level quotes that meet engineering specifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are feasible and aligned with production capabilities; assist in selecting materials and processes.
• Offer technical guidance to aftermarket, service, and installation technicians, with potential for on-site support.
• Implement best practices for design for assembly, ensuring machinery is easy to assemble and maintain.
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, including specifications, design reports, and user manuals.
• Create mathematically verified concepts to resolve packaging challenges, including material analysis, stress/strain, vibration, and pneumatic expectations.
• Evaluate and select components that meet the technical and physical constraints outlined in project scopes.
• Design within safety constraints and conduct design risk assessments for verification and documentation.
• Design new or specialized integrations/modifications according to established specifications regarding size, capacities, and performance.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, project management, and key stakeholders to address and resolve manufacturing, design, and quality issues, ensuring continuous improvement of processes and methods.
• Lead design optimization projects to enhance overall design.

Essential Skills

• High-level engineering aptitude.
• Experience in mechanical design.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor.
• Ability to conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of mechanical components, pneumatics, GD&T, conveyor systems, hydraulic systems, and sensor technology.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field with 7+ years of experience; a master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience with manufacturing processes, industry standards, and regulations in packaging machinery.
• Familiarity with sanitary design concepts for food production and packaging machines is preferred.
• Experience in pneumatic system design is a plus.

Work Environment

The position is primarily office-based but requires occasional interaction with the shop to confirm the status of parts in progress. The shop environment may expose the employee to fumes, heat, and airborne particles, with a moderately loud noise level. Safety equipment, including safety glasses and safety toe work shoes, is required when interacting with the shop.