Mechanical Design Engineer - Oldsmar, United States - SYNTEGON

Description

Job Description

As a Business Unit of Packaging Technology, Osgood Industries, LLC. is a multi-million dollar, growth-oriented organization for packaging machinery. Established in 1978, Osgood was privately owned for more than 40 years and is well-known in the packaging industry. At this location, we design and manufacture packaging machines for food and a broad spectrum of products. In addition, we build complete line solutions and provide comprehensive after sales services. The facility includes engineering, manufacturing, assembly, R&D/testing lab, management, sales & marketing, administration and service.

SUMMARY: This person researches and designs all aspects of filling machinery from individual components to complete assemblies. Working on projects in teams and / or individually, the engineer will design custom capital equipment and provide technical assistance in the fabrication, assembly and testing of assemblies and machines from customer order to customer site acceptance.

Essential Functions:

• Mechanically design packaging equipment based on customer's specifications and requirements in providing them an automated system integration for filling food products into packaging equipment and production lines.
• Analyzes product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine the design method and process.
• Provides technical information and guidance concerning manufacturing, materials, and process advantages and limitations.
• Applies feedback from company departments to continuously improve designs and engineering workflow.
• Utilizes knowledge of design for manufacturing in optimization of components and subsystems
• Prototype mechanism design and validation, as needed
• Evaluates engineering data and test results to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.
• Evaluates field installations and recommends design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions.
• Creates Engineering BOMs and assembly drawings.
• Promotes teamwork and cooperation between areas of responsibility and other departments.
• Creates engineering documentation, including Product Specifications and testing procedures, maintenance intervals and quality control directives
• Domestic and limited international travel up to 10% of the time which requires a valid passport or the ability to obtain a passport

Additional Competencies:

• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to lead change, with enthusiasm and a positive approach; Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming, complaining or making excuses; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Business Acumen: Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability and works within budgets.
• Self-Management: Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Displays willingness to make decisions while exhibiting sound judgment and reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful/respectful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Follows through on commitments.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a minimum of an Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automation, or Machine Design
• Must have a minimum of 5+ years of experience in the design of mechanical machinery including reading and interpreting complex drawings of mechanical assemblies and experience with 3D modeling.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• BSME is preferred.
• Experience in the food or packaging industry and/or knowledge of packaging processes, hygienic principals, and related systems is preferred.
• SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor experience preferred.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, including ability to communicate effectively to the intended audience.
• Excellent MS Office skills, specifically Word, and PowerPoint and Advanced Excel skills

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.

NOTE: All official Syntegon job postings can be found at Successful candidates asked to participate in the hiring process should expect to speak to the hiring team by telephone and in person at one of our Syntegon office locations (Decatur, Oldsmar, Raleigh, New Richmond, Minneapolis and Allendale) prior to the job offer.

The expected compensation range for this position is between $70,000 - $85,000 based on a full-time schedule.

Compensation for roles at Syntegon varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. At Syntegon, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Total rewards at Syntegon include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits.

The welfare of our employees' matters to us. Therefore, Syntegon offers a generous and attractive benefits package that meets our employees' needs.

Benefits:

• 401(k) – attractive employer match
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance – Employer paid
• Identity Theft Insurance – Employer Paid
• Education Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives:

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.