Design Engineer

Job Description

• Execute design and automation projects for pipe and allied manufacturing plants

• Design custom equipment/machinery used in the manufacturing process

• Complete initial designs internally using SolidWorks and AutoCAD

• Work with outside vendors on equipment or designs that are outsourced

• Modify and improve existing equipment and machine designs

• Work closely with project teams, vendors, and plant teams to coordinate design and project status

• Support projects from initial design through installation: o Scope the design o Travel to plants to take measurements and understand requirements o Develop and mature the design o Coordinate with vendors during equipment fabrication o Support equipment installation from a design/engineering standpoint

• Candidate can come from machine/equipment design or product design, as long as they have the required plastics experience

• Support process improvements

• Approximately 25% travel when projects require onsite scoping, measurements, or installation support

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent

• 2-5 years of engineering experience o Previous internship experience can be considered

• SolidWorks and AutoCAD

• Plastics experience is required o Plastic product design or equipment/machine design supporting plastics manufacturing

• Experience with injection molding, blow molding, and/or extrusion

• Experience working in a manufacturing or R&D environment

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].