Design Engineer

Job Title:

Design Engineer

Department:

Engineering

Reports to:

Engineering Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Position Summary

The Design Engineer is responsible for the execution of mechanical design from ideation through product launch for equipment solutions in the food industry, requiring a strong competency in engineering knowledge and tools and understanding of manufacturing processes. This position sees a range of responsibilities across multiple, diverse, and concurrent design projects including mechanical design lead roles as well as supportive roles. The Design Engineer II leverages their knowledge, skills, and experience to mentor and train other design engineers and foster the overall growth of the team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete mechanical designs using hygienic design principles for food industry equipment solutions.
• Create clear and accurate manufacturing detail drawings (SI) and equipment layouts as necessary.
• Conduct engineering analyses and perform relevant computations and application of engineering knowledge in design and evaluation, including DFMEA.
• Build and test proof of concept prototypes to verify compliance with design requirements.
• Design and provide technical support for modification projects to installed customer equipment.
• Create, revise, and maintain technical machine documentation.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (Electrical, Fluid, Controls, and Safety) regarding requirements for mechanical design.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with internal Manufacturing and external vendors regarding manufacturing specifications and execution.
• Provide general technical guidance and support for troubleshooting of customer equipment and other diverse internal projects.
• Mentors and trains other design engineers in team, including review of detail drawings as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in 2D CAD and 3D modelling software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Proficiency in detailing manufacturing drawings including the application of GD&T.
• Knowledge of Food Slicing and Automation technologies as well as standard industry practices for diverse product applications, preferred.
• Knowledge of Food Packaging technologies as well as standard industry practices for diverse package types and applications, preferred.
• Design competence in package forming, sealing, cutting, and other packaging subsystems, preferred.
• Excellent knowledge and application of hygienic requirements in design.
• Strong knowledge of and ability to implement a variety of engineering tools and practices including FEA and DFMEA.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, techniques, and equipment in machining and fabrication.
• Competent understanding of the application of controls and electrical and pneumatic design in machine design.
• Proficiency in German language is preferred but not required.

Education and Experience

• B.S. or higher in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of relevant Design Engineering experience (Food Industry) strongly preferred.

Other Requirements

• Must have a valid and unrestricted drivers license. Real ID-compliant driver's license or other TSA approved alternative form of identification required for travel.
• Valid U.S. passport or can obtain one.
• Must have the ability to travel within North America and Germany occasionally.

Position Type:

Full Time

Classification:

Exempt

Travel Requirements:

Occasional

Behavior Standard

Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a respectful manner to get along with customers, co-workers and management. Always strive to provide the Perfect Portion.