Product Development Engineer (Design Specialist - Packaging Hot Runner)

Husky Injection Molding Systems Ltd.; Milton (VT); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift work premiums (25% afternoon shift, 40% evening shift)

Annual incentive bonus

Outstanding 401(k) contribution and match program

700 acres of private land for recreation

Competitive total compensation and attractive benefits package

Job summary

Husky Injection Molding Systems Ltd. is hiring a Product Development Engineer in Milton, VT, focused on leading the technical development of packaging products. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and over 10 years of design experience, particularly in injection molding.

The role includes responsibilities such as system-level design, guiding teammate collaboration, and ensuring product compliance with regulatory standards. Attractive benefits and a salary range of $125,000 - $155,000 are provided.

Qualifications

• Specialized knowledge of products, tools, standards, processes, and technology.
• Expertise in calculating design parameters and applying engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical development of packaging products.
• Guide and approve design documents and validation plans.
• Drive the product development process, leveraging team collaboration.

Skills

10+ years of design experience in a relevant industry

Excellent communication (verbal and written)

Specialized knowledge of injection molding, tooling, or plastics processing

Skilled in CAD modeling techniques (Unigraphics preferred)

Strong time management and organizational skills

Advanced creativity and innovation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Unigraphics

Job description

Job Description

Id: 20797

Type: Full-Time

Location: Milton, VT

Husky Technologies is a leading supplier of injection molding equipment for the plastic industry. We are seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer to lead the technical development of packaging products, working with business development, completing engineering, and launching into manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• System level design with limited guidance, frequently in the absence of specific design standards.
• Product Architecture.
• Formulate and evaluate business cases.
• Work within a team of Engineers/Design Specialists to develop new injection molding tooling products following a formal product development process.
• Guide and approve design documents and validation plans.
• Contribute to, verify, and monitor engineering documentation.
• Size and select components (e.g., linear motors, sensors, bearings, gearboxes, belts, seals, servo motors, pneumatic and hydraulic components) and apply design standards.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and training to team members.
• Create system-level concept designs including function block diagrams, CAD layouts, and functional decomposition.
• Lead and contribute to design reviews and brainstorming sessions; responsible for decision making in product definition and architecture.
• Participate in or lead continuous improvement activities.
• Verify that all concept and system-level process steps of the product development and release processes are followed.
• Drive the product development process, leveraging team collaboration.
• Design risk mitigation, including participation in FMEA.
• Champion product compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Cross-discipline interaction and communication (Business Development, Analysis, Electrical, Software, Fluid Power, Metallurgy, Manufacturing, Validation/Test).
• Represent Husky technically to customers, suppliers, and technical partners.
• Represent the Innovation and Sustainability department to internal customers, including the executive team.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Qualifications & Skills

• 10+ years of design experience in a relevant industry.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and strong presentation skills.
• Specialized knowledge of products, tools, standards, processes, and technology.
• Specialized knowledge within injection molding, tooling, or plastics processing markets.
• Skilled in CAD modeling techniques – Unigraphics preferred.
• Expertise in calculating design parameters and applying engineering principles to design.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail when completing tasks.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Advanced creativity and innovation skills.
• Strong sense of ownership.
• Advanced understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes related to injection molding tooling.
• Flexible team player.
• Ability to lead and work both autonomously and as part of a highly cohesive cross-functional team.
• Experience selecting appropriate materials and sizing various components; apply design standards.
• Well-rounded – hands-on mechanical ability and passion for interests and hobbies outside of work.

Benefits

• Shift work premiums (25% afternoon shift, 40% evening shift)
• Annual incentive bonus
• Outstanding 401(k) contribution and match program
• 700 acres of private land for walking, biking, running, or cross-country skiing
• Competitive total compensation and attractive benefits package

Salary

Range: $125,000 - $155,000

Equal Opportunity and Legal Statements

We are a committed equal‑employment‑opportunity employer and welcome diversity in our workplace. Husky Technologies also values a safe workplace and conditions all offers of employment on satisfactory completion of background checks. The contractor will not discriminate against employees or applicants regarding pay information, except as allowed under 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c).