Senior Mechanical Engineer
On-site · Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
The Senior Mechanical Engineer will lead the design and development of custom and standard packaging machinery for food and medical device applications, overseeing projects from concept through testing and customer delivery. Responsibilities include managing design projects, developing 3D CAD models, collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with design standards, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have over 7 years of mechanical design experience in packaging machinery, strong proficiency in 3D CAD, and a solid understanding of machine controls components.
Required Qualifications
- 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
Desired Qualifications
- 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
Additional Requirements
- Applicants may require reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process
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