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 Programs Health Insurance Coverage, including

Medical, Dental & Vision EAP, Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Disability Insurance:

Short-Term & Long-Term Accidental Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases Paid Company Holidays Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Caregiving via Care.com Pet Insurance Tuition Assistance Program Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program Travel Assistance Employee Discount Programs •Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer In 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. Plastipak is a global leader in sustainable packaging and recycling solutions. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Plastipak operates over 60 sites around the globe with more than 6,000 employees. At Plastipak, we're proud of the work we do, the products we make, and the people who make it all possible. We're family-owned, and we put our people first. You may come to Plastipak looking for a job, but you'll stay because you'll find a career. Plastipak is a place where you can build a future you feel good about. Plastipak.com