Design Engineer l Plastics

Michael Page; Cuyahoga Falls (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$100,000 compensation potential

401K with 5% match

3 weeks PTO

Health benefits (Medical)

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Design Engineer to design and improve plastic components, fixtures, tooling, and tooling using SolidWorks. The role emphasizes hands-on plastics manufacturing experience and producing detailed 3D models and drawings for production tooling.

The candidate will work with manufacturing teams to optimize designs for quality, efficiency, and performance, driving improvements across the lifecycle from concept through manufacture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of design engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks including parts, assemblies, and drawings.
• Experience with plastics manufacturing processes such as injection molding, extrusion, thermoforming.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop plastic components, fixtures, tooling, and production equipment using SolidWorks.
• Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings.
• Support new product development and existing product improvements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to ensure designs are optimized for production.
• Design and implement fixtures, jigs, gauges, and tooling to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Troubleshoot production issues and develop engineering solutions.
• Conduct design reviews, testing, and validation activities.
• Maintain engineering documentation, bills of materials, and revision control.

Skills

SolidWorks proficiency

GD&T

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Our client is looking for a Design Engineer responsible for designing and improving plastic components, fixtures, tooling and manufacturing equipment using SolidWorks. The role requires hands-on experience with plastics manufacturing processes, creating detailed 3D models and drawings, and developing fixtures, parts and tools.

Client Details

Our client is a leading manufacturer of precision plastic components and assemblies that support some of the world's largest automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. With a strong focus on quality, innovation, and operational excellence, the company specializes in advanced plastics manufacturing processes and partners closely with customers to develop high-performance solutions for demanding automotive applications. Their commitment to continuous improvement, investment in technology, and collaborative culture has established them as a trusted supplier within the automotive industry.

Description

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Design Engineer with strong experience in plastics manufacturing to support the design and development of production tooling, fixtures, and component parts. This role requires a hands-on engineering professional who can take concepts from design through manufacturing while driving improvements in quality, efficiency, and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop plastic components, fixtures, tooling, and production equipment using SolidWorks.
• Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings.
• Support new product development and existing product improvements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to ensure designs are optimized for production.
• Design and implement fixtures, jigs, gauges, and tooling to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Troubleshoot production issues and develop engineering solutions.
• Conduct design reviews, testing, and validation activities.
• Maintain engineering documentation, bills of materials, and revision control.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of design engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks, including part, assembly, and drawing creation.
• Experience with plastics manufacturing processes such as injection molding, extrusion, thermoforming, or similar.
• Proven experience designing fixtures, tooling, jigs, and custom manufacturing equipment.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, manufacturing drawings, and engineering best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Job Offer

• Compensation up to $100,000
• 5% 401K match
• 3 weeks PTO
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• More!

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.