Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

MDA Edge; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in packaging automation is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer in Elgin, Illinois. This role involves designing and testing automated packaging systems, overseeing projects from conception to production while leading a team of designers. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, extensive experience in mechanical design, and proficiency in CAD software, especially SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of related mechanical design experience within high-speed automation and packaging preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel up to 10%.
• Strong ability to lead projects and meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design and engineering work on new products and special projects.
• Oversee project from design concepts to prototype and production.
• Perform engineering calculations as required to complete assigned tasks.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Excel

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Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Job Overview: Design, specification and testing of automated modified atmosphere packaging machines and systems involving flexible film tracking, heat sealing technologies, conveying systems, product handling and scale systems. Plans, directs, coordinates and at times performs activities involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair of mechanical or electromechanical systems. Experienced in a dual development and production environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design and engineering work on new products, special products, proposals and customer orders as assigned by supervisor; provide work direction to mechanical designer/drafters as appropriate.
• Oversee project from design concepts to prototype and production.
• Strong knowledge of SolidWorks for design and data storage and management.
• Understanding MRP systems for BOM creation.
• Perform engineering calculations (mass and energy balance, load, strength, etc.) as required to complete assigned tasks.
• Determine and specify mechanical components, materials, instrument requirements, special instructions and manual content for new product design projects and customer orders ensuring the proper preparation and accuracy of all design documentation.
• Perform regular quality and design conformance inspections on work-in-process on manufacturing floor. Initiate action and assist providing technical direction to resolve product configuration and/or performance discrepancies.
• Proactively research technologies to best enhance product quality and performance.
• Utilize software such as Excel to manage projects, create macros and other formulas to streamline processes.
• Works well within a team environment but can also be self-directed when required.
• Participate in other special projects as assigned supporting department activities, overall goals and objectives.
  
  

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 7-10 years of related mechanical design experience within high-speed automation and packaging preferred.
• Proficient in the use of CAD software for design documentation utilizing SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD or similar system.
• Strong ability to lead projects and meet strict deadlines.
• Extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes for fabricating parts and component selection for the meat products and food industries.
• Experience in food packaging, wash down requirements, line integration, and scaling systems, specific experience in the flexible packaging or packaging industry a plus.
• Good organization, communication, analytical and project management skills. Good verbal and written skills utilizing office software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Advanced knowledge of Excel to create macros and other formulas.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel, up to 10%, including internationally.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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