Mechanical Engineer/Designer

Mechanical Engineer/DesignerSupports plant operations and new product development with part/machine design, analysis of experimental materials, training, problem solving, and technical support.Major Responsibilities:Design, develop, and trial prototype/production tooling for new products and improvements to existing productsSpecify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance of plastic containers with engineering design and performance specificationsResearch, design, evaluate, and oversee installation of mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes to meet requirementsInvestigate materials, equipment and process failures then make recommendations to eliminate product defect, machine or system malfunctionsUtilize computer-aided design software such as AutoCad/Solidworks/ProEConduct research that tests and analyzes the feasibility, design, operation and performance of plastic materials, processing equipment, components and systemsDesign test control apparatus/equipment and develop procedures for testing productsPerforms training needs analysis, development and implementation of necessary training programs, and maintenance of required training recordsCoordinates and facilitates employee problem solving teamsAdministers Company policies and procedures, as requiredAny other duties as needed or assigned by Product Development ManagerEducation:Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology.Required: Written and verbal communication, Word/Excel/PowerPoint, creative thinking, teamwork, strong ownership of Safety; and willingness to be hands on in order to complete task or project.Silgan will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause undue hardship.Silgan Plastic Food Containers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status. Silgan Plastics is a drug-free workplace.