Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer - R&D

Job Summary: As a Mechanical Design Engineer specializing in Research and Development (R&D), you will play a crucial role in the creation, innovation, and development of packaging equipment components and systems. This position involves designing, documenting, and overseeing the manufacturing, assembly, and commissioning of cutting-edge packaging manufacturing machinery for the food and beverage industry.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct or coordinate the mechanical design of packaging equipment components and systems.
• Apply engineering and manufacturing standards consistently and accurately.
• Create and maintain comprehensive mechanical documentation, including BOMs, spares, flow charts, part drawings, assembly drawings, and schematics.
• Ensure alignment of R&D projects with organizational policies and objectives.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, high motivation, and adherence to target dates.
• Work with a high degree of creativity and autonomy.
• Develop and track progress through metrics and tangible goals.
• Produce timely and detailed plans, summaries, and status reports.
• Apply engineering principles to design, prototype, test, evaluate, and implement new designs.
• Prototype, validate, and troubleshoot designs both internally and with external partners.
• Transition new designs into production, providing consultation and design support.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance existing product lines.
• Demonstrate curiosity and understanding of various engineering disciplines.
• Work independently and within a team environment effectively.
• Maintain a continuous improvement outlook and suggest, promote, and champion product changes.
• Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines through effective time management.
• Translate abstract concepts into physical, testable prototypes.
• Perform sizing and optimization analysis for design recommendations and testing.
• Conduct strength and sizing calculations or other analytical techniques in the design or modification of packaging equipment.
• Obtain vendor quotations and set up parts in the ERP system.
• Understand packaging machines and processes.
• Attend training and vendor seminars.

Qualifications:

• Education generally equivalent to a four-year degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience and specialized training.
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design and documentation.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for effective design communication.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, PDM, and various ERP systems.

Miscellaneous:

• Always promote the company's Value Proposition.
• Occasional work in proximity to moving mechanical parts.
• May occasionally travel on company business.
• Adhere to company and departmental SOPs.
• Follow all company's filed procedures and protocols.
• Willingness to work with a team to troubleshoot problems.
• Be a team player with a strong work ethic and commitment to accuracy, accountability, communication, and closure.