Mechanical Design Engineer
The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for the planning, design, installation, and support of extrusion blow molding equipment & systems. In this role, you will partner with both internal and external teams to determine project needs and technical feasibility. Join a global leader with a reputation for excellence, a commitment to sustainability and a history of innovation.You Will:Design mechanical components and systems, including machine upgrades and improvements.Create preliminary sketches and detailed drawings, using CAD software.Serve as a subject matter expert, providing technical support for manufacturing techniques, equipment and processes.Investigate equipment failures or faulty operation, recommending corrective action or remedies.Analyze test data and reports to determine if designs meet functional and performance requirements.Partner with Engineers, Technicians, and Vendors to implement operating procedures, provide technical feedback, and prepare design modifications.Ensure project documentation is complete, current, and stored appropriately.You Have:Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.Minimum of one year of experience in Mechanical, Project, or Design Engineering.Knowledge of related computer software: SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, SAP, Microsoft Excel, etc.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to operate as an effective leader and representative of Plastipak.Ability to travel up to 10-15%.As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:Wellness ProgramsHealth Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & VisionEAP, Employee Assistance ProgramLife InsuranceAccidental Death & Dismemberment InsuranceDisability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-TermAccidental InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceHospital Indemnity Insurance401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing featurePaid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increasesPaid Company HolidaysDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountCaregiving via Care.comPet InsuranceTuition Assistance ProgramSons and Daughters Scholarship ProgramTravel AssistanceEmployee Discount Programs*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirementsPlastipak is an Equal Opportunity EmployerIn order to process your job application, Plastipak collects and stores the personal information that you submit via this website. Please refer to Plastipak’s Privacy Policy to understand how Plastipak uses and protects the information that you provide.