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Union, Missouri · USA job

Mechanical Engineer/Designer

Silgan Containers Corporation

Union, Missouri

Job description

Overview

In this role you will design and develop tooling and fixtures for new products and improvements, support plant operations, and analyze materials and processes. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure parts meet engineering specs and safety standards, and you will contribute to training and problem solving. The position combines hands-on design with analysis using CAD tools to drive reliable production. You will influence product quality, tooling efficiency, and process performance while upholding safety and company policies.

Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and test prototype/production tooling for new and improved products
  • Specify and modify components to ensure conformance with design and performance specs for plastic containers
  • Research, design, evaluate, and oversee installation of mechanical products and processes to meet requirements
  • Investigate failures and provide recommendations to eliminate defects and malfunctions
  • Utilize CAD software (AutoCad, SolidWorks, Pro/E) for design and analysis
  • Conduct feasibility and performance testing of plastics materials and processing equipment
  • Design testing apparatus and develop procedures for product testing
  • Coordinate training programs and support problem-solving teams
  • Assist with administration of company policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned by Product Development Manager
Key requirements
  • Written and verbal communication
  • MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint
  • creative thinking
  • teamwork
  • strong ownership of Safety
  • hands-on willingness to complete tasks or projects
  • communication
  • teamwork
  • problem solving
  • CAD design (AutoCad, SolidWorks, Pro/E)
  • mechanical design and analysis
  • materials testing and evaluation

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