Senior Packaging Machine Design Engineer

Itape; Schaumburg, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Itape in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Senior Machine Design Engineer to develop custom automated packaging machinery, including cartoners, case packers, palletizers, and related end-of-line equipment. You will lead from concept through detailed design to manufacturing release, taking ownership of complex machine projects.

The role requires 7+ years of machine design experience, advanced 3D CAD skills, and a strong background in packaging machinery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 7+ years of machine design experience.
• Advanced 3D CAD proficiency.
• Experience creating production drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of material.
• Strong understanding of machine design principles including Mechanical Power Transmission, Servo-Driven Motion Systems, Pneumatics, Design For Manufacturing, Mechanical Timing, Machine Kinematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly processes.
• Experience supporting machine commissioning and field installations.
• Experience designing packaging machinery such as Cartoners, Case packers, Palletizers, and Robotic packaging systems preferred.
• Experience with high-speed automated manufacturing equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed mechanical designs for custom packaging machinery and automation systems.
• Create and validate machine concepts through timing studies, motion analysis, and engineering calculations.
• Design complete machine assemblies and mechanisms using 3D CAD software.
• Generate production-ready 2D fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of material.
• Ensure designs are manufacturable, serviceable, reliable, and cost-effective.
• Review and improve existing machine designs for performance, cost, and ease of manufacture.
• Own engineering execution for assigned projects from concept through release.
• Deliver complete drawing and documentation packages that support procurement, manufacturing, assembly, testing, installation, and service.
• Manage engineering schedules and priorities to meet project milestones.
• Communicate project status, risks, and deliverables with engineering leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Work closely with Sales, Project Management, Manufacturing, Assembly, Controls Engineering, Purchasing, Service, and Field Installation teams.
• Support machine build, testing, startup, and troubleshooting activities.
• Provide technical support during manufacturing, commissioning, and customer installation as needed.
• Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

7+ years of machine design

3D CAD

Production drawings

Bills of materials

Mechanical Power Transmission

Servo-driven motion

Pneumatics

Design for manufacturing

Machine kinematics

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Packaging machinery knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD software

Job description

Itape in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Senior Machine Design Engineer to develop custom automated packaging machinery, including cartoners, case packers, palletizers, and related end-of-line equipment. You will lead from concept through detailed design to manufacturing release, taking ownership of complex machine projects.

The role requires 7+ years of machine design experience, advanced 3D CAD skills, and a strong background in packaging machinery.