Mechanical Design Engineer

Silgan Plastic Food Containers; Union (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Plastic Food Containers in Union, Missouri is seeking a Mechanical Engineer/Designer to support plant operations and new product development. You will design and develop tooling for new products while ensuring compliance with engineering specifications.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and strong communication skills. Familiarity with design software like AutoCAD and SolidWorks is preferred. The position emphasizes teamwork and a proactive approach to safety and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Strong communication skills required, both written and verbal.
• Willingness to be hands-on to complete tasks or projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and trial prototype/production tooling for new products.
• Specifically modify products to conformance with engineering specifications.
• Research and oversee installation of mechanical products and systems.
• Conduct feasibility tests and analyses on plastic materials and processing.
• Develop necessary training programs and maintain training records.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Creative Thinking

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ProE

Job description

Mechanical Engineer/ Designer

Supports plant operations and new product development with part/machine design, analysis of experimental materials, training, problem solving, and technical support.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and trial prototype/production tooling for new products and improvements to existing products
• Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance of plastic containers with engineering design and performance specifications
• Research, design, evaluate, and oversee installation of mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes to meet requirements
• Investigate materials, equipment and process failures then make recommendations to eliminate product defect, machine or system malfunctions
• Utilize computer-aided design software such as AutoCad/Solidworks/ProE
• Conduct research that tests and analyzes the feasibility, design, operation and performance of plastic materials, processing equipment, components and systems
• Design test control apparatus/equipment and develop procedures for testing products
• Perform training needs analysis, development and implementation of necessary training programs, and maintenance of required training records
• Coordinate and facilitate employee problem solving teams
• Administer company policies and procedures, as required
• Perform any other duties as needed or assigned by Product Development Manager

Education & Qualifications

• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• Required: Written and verbal communication, Word/Excel/PowerPoint, creative thinking, teamwork, strong ownership of safety; and willingness to be hands on in order to complete task or project.

EEO & Accommodations

Silgan Plastic Food Containers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive a job interview. The company will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause undue hardship. The employee is employed on an at‑will basis.

Silgan is a drug‑free workplace.