Design Engineer - Medina, United States - Plastipak Holdings

Description

The Design Engineer is responsible for the design and development of rigid plastic containers and related blow molds, injection molds and tooling. In this position, you will have the opportunity to transform ideas into industry-leading products for some of the worlds most recognized and respected brands. Join a global leader with a reputation for excellence, a commitment to sustainability, and a history of innovation.

You Will:

• Design and draw preliminary sketches and detailed drawings; using CAD software.
• Analyze product or equipment specifications, performance requirements, and reports to determine design feasibility.
• Research and evaluate customer design proposals, specifications, and other data.
• Serve as a subject matter expert, providing technical information concerning manufacturing techniques, equipment, materials, properties, and process advantages and limitations.
• Recommend design modifications to increase performance and eliminate machine or system malfunctions.
• Analyze test data and reports to determine if designs meet functional and performance requirements.
• Coordinate with Project Engineers, FEA Engineers, and Technicians to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, provide technical information, and prepare design modifications as required.
• Provide feedback to Project Engineers on customer problems and needs.
• Write performance requirements for product development or engineering projects.
• Design test control apparatus and equipment and develop procedures for testing products.

You Have:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology
• Minimum of five years of design engineering experience; plastics or molding experience preferred
• Proficiency using CAD/CAE software; CATIA V5 preferred
• Experience with Abaqus or other simulation software preferred
• Knowledge and use of related computer software, i.e.: SAP, MS Word, Excel and Access.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to operate as an effective subject matter expert and resource for peers, management, customers, and vendors.

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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