Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Mechanical Engineer role at TOPPAN Packaging Americas
. This position reports to the department manager within the Machinery department. The employee is expected to perform duties as assigned by management beyond those listed.

This position is located at our DeKalb, IL Facility.

• Design and optimize heat sealing machinery – new and existing
• Oversee the fabrication and part sourcing of machines throughout the build
• Create a majority of all 3D models, assemblies, and drawings of machinery and components
• Troubleshooting – machine assembly issues, customer issues (could be over the phone), part deficiencies, etc.
• Design, select, and/or approve new and substitute components
• Quote standard and custom machines
• Interact and discuss with customers about new machine purchases and options
• Create BOMs, complete cost/margin analysis, and proficiently navigate current ERP/vault software
• Support Sales, Marketing, and Parts & Service for any necessary machine information and promotions
• Regularly interact with production, other engineers, and the CNC shop in a positive manner
• Complete all tasks in a safety-conscious manner

• Prior experience
• 4-year Bachelor (or Masters) degree in related Engineering field
• Material science knowledge
• GD&T knowledge
• Proficiency in Solidworks and AutoCAD
• Proficiency in pneumatics, hydraulics preferred
• Electrical/controls knowledge and experience preferred
• Great communication and people skills
• Motivated individual with some leadership qualities
• Safety focus

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Packaging and Containers Manufacturing