Mechanical Engineer - Equipment & Process Optimization

Silgan Containers; Ohio; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Containers is seeking a mechanical engineer to support equipment installation, startup, and ongoing projects at our Ohio facility. You will work with Operations and Maintenance to drive safety, quality, and efficiency improvements.

The role requires a Bachelor's in mechanical engineering and 0–5 years of experience. Strong communication, CAD, and control systems knowledge are essential for success in a fast-paced plastics manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering required.
• 0-5 years in mechanical design, equipment installation, startup, or project engineering.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and enforce GMP guidelines.
• Provide mechanical engineering support for projects and automation initiatives.
• Design equipment layouts and production line improvements.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for project execution.

Skills

Strong communication

Mechanical troubleshooting

Project management

Hydraulic/Pneumatic schematics

Excel/Word

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley controls

PLC logic

AutoCAD

Brady Link360

Job description

Silgan Containers is seeking a mechanical engineer to support equipment installation, startup, and ongoing projects at our Ohio facility. You will work with Operations and Maintenance to drive safety, quality, and efficiency improvements.

The role requires a Bachelor's in mechanical engineering and 0–5 years of experience. Strong communication, CAD, and control systems knowledge are essential for success in a fast-paced plastics manufacturing environment.