Project Engineer - Development

ArdaghGroup; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship programs

401(k) retirement plan with company‑m​

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Ardagh Metal Packaging is seeking an experienced engineer to lead lightweight can designs and tooling development in our Illinois operations. You will design, simulate, and validate new can and end designs for performance and manufacturability, while coordinating with tooling vendors and internal QA teams.

The role requires strong CAD skills (AutoCAD/SolidWorks), GD&T proficiency, and experience with PDM/SAP. Travel up to 25% may be required in support of projects.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering or scientific field required.
• 5–10 years in design/manufacturing environment.
• CAD capable (AutoCAD/SolidWorks).
• PDM and SAP experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Develops lighter weight can and end designs meeting performance and manufacturing requirements.
• Designs tools, selects materials and establishes tolerances for equipment capability.
• Creates/revises product and tooling drawings using CAD systems.
• Documents changes to engineering records and specifications.

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

PDM

SAP

GD&T

DOE

Statistics

Process capability

Education

BS in engineering or scientific field

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Supports and/or leads Design, R&D/metal lightweighting, down-gauging and/or process improvement projects to achieve the desired technical objectives and maintain project budget directives.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develops lighter weight can and end designs which meet all performance and manufacturing requirements.
• Designs tools, selects materials and establishes tolerances consistent with equipment capability.
• Creates and revises product and tooling drawings using the CAD system.
• Documents change to engineering records and specification documents in accordance with established procedures.
• Manufactures on the pilot line, optimizes and tests new designs for fitness for manufacturability and product use to support new product development and/or the metal light-weighting technology plan.
• Assists manufacturing with process and/or quality improvements to meet cost and/or quality targets.
• Liaison with tooling vendors to ensure required levels of quality and delivery dates for new tooling designs are met.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: BS in scientific or engineering discipline required. 5-10 years' experience in a design or manufacturing environment CAD capable (AutoCAD / SolidWorks) PDM and SAP Database experience desired. Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing Progressive die experience a plus Excellent verbal and written skills Structured problem-solving skills DOE understanding; basic statistics and process capability understanding Greenbelt/Blackbelt skill set desirable Good at detailed work; excellent computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Working knowledge of process capability studies (desired) Highly motivated Up to 25% Travel possible.

Ardagh Metal Packaging is a leading global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners. A subsidiary of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group and a leading industry metal packaging company, Ardagh Metal Packaging employs more than 6,300 people across Europe, North America and Brazil, with sales of approximately $4.7 billion. Ardagh Metal Packaging believes that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued and can work to their full potential. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people.

Ardagh Metal Packaging - North America has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin, English-proficiency or accent, or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.

The anticipated base annual salary range for this role is between $95,900.00 and $143,900.00 per year. This role is bonus eligible. The bonus incentive program is based on the company meeting or exceeding certain targets. Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate and is only applicable for roles that are based out of Illinois. The final salary will be determined after considering relevant factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's qualifications, experience, and work location, where appropriate.

Benefits Offered

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Apprenticeship programs
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups

Nearest Major Market: Chicago