Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Did you love building as a kid? Do you enjoy taking something apart, just to figure out how to put it back together? Do you geek out on automation? Our engineers drive packaging innovation, creating new ways to improve – and increase – performance. We're passionate about designing equipment that exceeds our customers' expectations. Our engineers partner closely not only with our customers, but also with peers across sales, manufacturing, and assembly.

We offer rewarding, challenging opportunities throughout the world, across multiple packaging segments. If you're excited by how machines work and want to make them better, we want to talk to you.

Do we have your attention? Keep reading.

Ossid LLC, Powered by Pro Mach, is a recognized leader in the manufacture of automated manufacturing systems including; horizontal thermoform, fill, and seal machinery, automatic weighing and labeling systems, high speed tray sealing, and tray overwrap equipment.

Ossid is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer for food and medical device packaging machinery. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will lead the design and development of custom and standard packaging machinery for new designs as well as providing product improvement support for existing designs, overseeing projects from concept through final testing and customer delivery. This individual will manage the design process in alignment with Ossid's Engineering Development Process and Stage Gate Process, ensuring designs are robust, manufacturable, and meet customer requirements. The role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams—including manufacturing, controls, and service—to deliver innovative and reliable packaging solutions. The engineer candidate will report to the Mechanical Engineering Manager. We are considering candidates outside of the market, and will offer relocation assistance.

Are you excited about this work?

• Project Leadership : Manage packaging machine design projects from concept through final testing following Ossid's Engineering Development Process and Stage Gate Process while adhering to project scope and timeline requirements.
• Design Ownership : Lead the development of 3D CAD models, layouts, BOMs and detailed drawings for mechanical systems and assemblies.
• Team-Oriented Design Development: Lead design efforts while working closely with peers, Product Line Managers, manufacturing, assembly technicians, electrical/controls engineering, and service teams to ensure design integrity, manufacturability, and ease of maintenance.
• Apply a strong understanding of controls system components and machine automation (motors, sensors, actuators, pneumatics, etc.) to influence mechanical design decisions.
• Open Communication & Feedback : Actively seek and incorporate feedback from colleagues, manufacturing, and testing teams to improve designs and processes.
• Oversee prototype build, debug, and final machine testing; incorporate feedback from manufacturing and testing into final designs.
• Process Compliance : Ensure all design activities meet Ossid's documentation standards, design reviews, and stage gate requirements.
• Continuous Improvement : Mentor engineers, contribute to design standards, and recommend process improvements to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Analyzes and evaluates competitive products for best application use.
• Participates in machinery assembly testing to identify and solve improvements needed to satisfy customer requirements.
• Applies all defined safety requirements.
• Processes ECNs and other engineering documents required to maintain databases and other support records.

What's in it for you?

There's no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career.

In addition to growth opportunities, as a ProMach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your salary, comprehensive medical/dental programs, as well as life insurance, a generous paid time off program, and a retirement savings plan with a company match. And because we understand the importance of feeling protected, there is no waiting period for benefits – you are eligible on your first day of employment!

If this sounds like you, we want to connect!

• 7+ years of mechanical design experience in packaging machinery, industrial equipment, or related capital equipment industry.
• Proven experience managing projects through formal development processes (Stage Gate, VA/VE, or other similar Engineering Development processes).
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and PDM/Data Management systems.
• Solid understanding of machine controls components (motors, drives, sensors, pneumatics, HMIs, PLC interfaces) and their impact on mechanical design.
• Strong hands-on experience with manufacturing processes, fabrication methods, and design for manufacturability (DFM).
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-motivated and adaptable to work independently or within a team
• Comprehensive knowledge of machine and tooling design
• Excellent computer skills, 3D CAD as well as Microsoft Office products
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to coordinate and handle multiple projects
• Positive attitude
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented aptitudes

Additional Preferred Abilities:

• Well-disciplined engineering principles and standards
• Simulation and material analysis experience
• Desire to be hands on with machinery and equipment
• GD&T experience
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems and multi-level BOM structures

Pro Mach, Inc. was named to the Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. seven times. We continue to introduce innovative products, enter new markets, expand our global presence, and actively acquire new capabilities.

We have the rewards, opportunities, and the market strength of a large organization combined with the entrepreneurial culture of a small, fast-paced company. You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally with the personal touch and feel of a smaller company where you can make an impact every day.

ProMach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.