HRC Design Engineer

Husky Technologies; Milton (VT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Husky Technologies, Milton, VT, seeks a Design Engineer to translate product definitions into robust hot runner, heater and controller designs. You will analyze stress, thermal and CFD performance, build verification test rigs, and drive development projects from concept through final production.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree and 5+ years in mechanical/electro-mechanical design, with plastics processing and hot runner expertise highly valued.

Qualifications

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.A.Sc. and/or M.Sc.).
• 5 years mechanical or electro-mechanical engineering experience.
• Knowledge of injection molded plastics processing; hot runner design preferred.
• Knowledge of specialty heater design for plastics processing preferred.
• Experience as a project lead preferred.

Responsibilities

• Convert product definition into concept and design for hot runner, heater, and controller products.
• Conduct and review engineering analyses (stress, thermal, CFD, etc.).
• Develop test models and equipment for verification and validation of design concepts.
• Create and manage development project plans and budgets from start to finish across prototyping, testing and final product implementation.
• Support business commercialization phases and project communications, including schedules and design reviews.
• Work independently or in a team to advance new technologies in injection molding plastics domain.

Skills

CAD GD&T

Mechanical design

Thermal analysis

Structural analysis

CFD

Data analytics

Manufacturing experience

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Unigraphics

Job description

Job Description

Title: HRC Design Engineer

Id: 21492

Type: FullTime

Location: Milton, VT

Husky TechnologiesTM is a company with a strong foundation built on innovation, close customer relationships, a strong sense of community and a unique culture and values. We are looking for people with the inspiration and talent to develop with us as we pursue our ambitious growth strategy.

Husky TechnologiesTM offers a wealth of opportunity for personal growth and development. Most importantly, Husky TechnologiesTM offers an opportunity to work with – and be challenged by – a team of great people. Our success is possible because of the creativity, intelligence and passion of our people around the world and their desire to lead change. At the same time, we are not afraid to expect a lot and strive for leadership in all of our key markets. We are a company taking on new challenges and for the right people this means exceptional career development opportunities, the chance to be part of a team that is the best in the world at what we do and the experience that comes from working in an environment that demands constant transformation and innovation.

Husky TechnologiesTM United States manufacturing facility is located in Milton, Vermont on a large, beautiful campus located just 30 minutes north of downtown Burlington, Vermont. Features include an onsite cafeteria, open office concept, fitness center, intramural sports activities and clean, state-of-the‑art manufacturing facilities with outstanding safety records. We offer a great work environment, competitive total compensation and attractive benefits package.

Additional things you might like to know about working at Husky TechnologiesTM in Milton, Vermont;

• 200,000 square foot bright, clean machine shop
• Shift work premiums (25% afternoon shift and 40% evening shift)
• Annual incentive bonus
• Outstanding 401k contribution and match program
• 700 acres of private land to walk, bike, run or cross country ski
• On site gym facility
• On site cafeteria
• Opportunity to work for a world class company with great people

Husky TechnologiesTM is an exciting company with tremendous potential. We have a great team and great expectations. If you are attracted to bold goals, believe in uncompromising honesty, support mutual respect, care about environmental responsibility, have a passion for excellence and a desire to make a positive contribution – then we want you to join the Husky TechnologiesTM team!

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Salary: 85k-99k

Mechanical Design Engineer, Product Development Hot Runners & Controllers

Responsibilities

• Convert product definition into concept and design with minimal guidance for hot runner, heater, and controller products
• Conduct and review engineering analyses during the design process. i.e. stress, thermal, fluid flow, reliability, FMEA, and lab evaluations / physical testing
• Develop test models and equipment for the verification and validation of design concepts
• Contribute to the formulation and evaluation of business cases for specific projects
• Create, implement and manage development project plans & budget from start to finish including definition, concepting, prototyping, testing and final product implementation phases; support business commercialization phases
• Project communication throughout the various phases is a key role requirement, to include project presentations, schedules, design reviews, development updates, risk assessment reports and design rationale documentation
• Work independently and/or as part of a team to evaluate and advance new technologies in the injection molding plastics domain

Technical/Professional Knowledge

• Experienced CAD user including GD&T (Unigraphics preferred)
• Strong background and knowledge in mechanical design and analytics (Thermal / Structural / CFD)
• Data analytics
• Manufacturing and inspection experience
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook
• Confident, self-starter with good communication skills, both written and oral
• Tenacious problem solving and troubleshooting a must

Education/Experience/Qualifications

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.A.Sc. and/or M.Sc.)
• 5 years mechanical or electro-mechanical engineering experience
• Knowledge of injection molded plastics processing required; Hot Runner design background desired
• Knowledge of specialty heater design for plastics processing desired
• Experience as a project lead preferred

Husky TechnologiesTM offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and respect, value and welcome diversity in our workplace. Husky TechnologiesTM also values being a great place to work and strives to maintain a safe workplace. Accordingly, Husky TechnologiesTM conditions all offers of employment on satisfactory completion of background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).