Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Overview Your Job Georgia‑Pacific is currently looking for a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer within our Device Development Group at the Neenah Technical Center (NTC). The Design Engineer will develop mechanical and electromechanical dispensers (paper, skin care, cutlery) from concept through commercialization, focusing on reliable, manufacturable, and user-friendly product solutions. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including business leaders, project engineers, electrical/test engineers, quality, and industrial design, and influence the evolution of products for our business‑to‑business brands such as Dixie®, enMotion®, Brawny®, Compact®, and Pacific Blue Ultra®. This role offers broad exposure across consumer product development and the opportunity to directly impact product performance and manufacturability. Our Team At Georgia‑Pacific’s Neenah Technical Center (NTC) in Neenah, WI, we are the central site for research, development, and lab services supporting Georgia‑Pacific’s North American Consumer Products business. The Device Development Group creates mechanical and electromechanical dispensing solutions and values innovation, practical engineering, and employee development. You’ll join a collaborative team focused on great design, consistent quality, and delivering customer value. What You Will Do Develop product designs and provide ongoing technical support for electromechanical devices across the product lifecycle (concept → commercialization → end of life). Create and iterate 3D CAD models and 2D drawings (SolidWorks preferred) for parts and assemblies, primarily injection‑molded plastic components. Lead design for manufacturing (DFM) guidance and manage technical interactions with outsourced and international contract manufacturers. Generate and maintain full documentation packages and manage release into the company documentation system. Create and manage mechanical BOMs and drive engineering changes through release. Develop and execute product validation and verification plans; perform simulated use testing and troubleshoot product issues. Apply engineering analysis (FMEA, tolerance analysis, FEA, DOE, statistical analysis) to minimize build/test cycles and ensure robust designs. Work cross‑functionally with business, quality, electrical/test, and industrial design teams to meet product requirements for safety, quality, performance, and cost. Take ownership of development tasks and drive timely completion. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience). 3+ years’ experience in product design engineering (mechanical/electromechanical products) from concept to commercialization. Proficiency with 3D solid modeling and 2D drawing generation (SolidWorks preferred). Strong mechanical aptitude and logical/analytical problem‑solving skills. Experience preparing validation/verification plans and technical documentation. What Will Put You Ahead Proven expertise designing plastic parts for injection molding and high‑volume manufacturing. Experience with sheet metal design. Consumer products design experience, including innovation activities (customer research, conceptualization). Experience working with international contract manufacturers. Familiarity applying FEA, DOE, FMEA, tolerance analysis, and statistical methods to product development. Experience with product cost management and DFM practices. Proficiency with project tracking tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, Workfront, etc.). At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here. Who We Are As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day – to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu). #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia-Pacific LLC