Sr. Design Engineering Manager

American Plastics, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative plastic-injection molded products for the household & garage storage and commercial cleaning end-markets.

We are seeking a skilled Sr. Design Engineer Manager specializing in plastics to join our team at our Innovation Center, in Jefferson City, MO. This position will lead a team of design engineers and will be responsible for designing and developing plastic components and products, ensuring functionality, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, utilizing CAD software, and staying updated on industry trends and technologies.

This position will report to the Vice President of Engineering.

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  · Product Desig
  n:
  Conceptualize, design, and develop plastic components and products according to project requirements, considering factors such as functionality, aesthetics, manufacturability, and cost-effectivenes
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  · CAD Modelin
  g:
  Utilize CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, CATIA) to create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings of plastic parts and assembli
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  · Prototyp
  ing:
  Oversee the prototyping process, including selecting appropriate materials, collaborating with prototype technicians, and validating designs for fit, form, and funct
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  · Material Selec
  tion:
  Evaluate and select suitable plastic materials based on performance requirements, environmental factors, and cost considerat
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  · Design Optimiz
  ation:
  Continuously improve designs for efficiency, performance, and cost reduction through analysis, simulation, and te
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  · Manufacturab
  ility:
  Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are optimized for production processes such as injection molding, extrusion, and thermof
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  · Quality As
  surance:
  Work closely with quality control teams to establish and implement quality standards for plastic components and products, ensuring compliance with industry regu
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  · Docum
  entation:
  Prepare and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including technical drawings, specifications, and design change records
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  · Cross-functional Col
  lab oration:
  Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including product management, manufacturing, quality assurance, and procurement to achieve project goals and
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  · Research and Innovation:
  Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in plastic design, and incorporate innovative solutions into product development processes.
  
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• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or plastics
• Engineering
  • Excellent at leading and develo
• ping a team
  • Experience of hands-on injection molding experie
• nce a plus.
  • 7 + Years experience with Product Design of plastic injection mold
• knowledge
  • Experience with prototyping techniques and rapid iteration
• processes.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention
• to detail.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work in cross-functi
• onal teams.
  • Familiarity with design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA)
• principles.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simu
• ion skills.

• We offer a competitive salary, full benefit package including medical/dental, 401k, and paid vacation.