Product Development Engineer (Design Specialist - Packaging Hot Runner)
Husky Injection Molding Systems Ltd., Milton, VT, United States
Job Description
Id: 20797
Type: FullTime
Location: Milton, VT
We are looking for an experienced Product Development Engineer to lead the technical development of packaging products. The successful candidate will work with business development, completing engineering, and launch into manufacturing operations.
Role Description
System level design with limited guidance, frequently in the absence of specific design standards.
Product Architect.
Participate in the formulation and/or evaluation of business cases.
Work within a team of Engineers/Design Specialists in the development of new Injection Molding tooling products following appropriate steps within a formal product development process.
Guide and approve the content of design documents and validation plans.
Contribute to, verify and monitor engineering documentation.
Sizing and selection of components (e.g., linear motors, sensors, bearings, gearboxes, belts, seals, servo motors, pneumatic and hydraulic components) as well as material selection and application of design standards.
Provide leadership, mentoring and training to team members.
Create system level concept designs in various levels of detail, including function block diagrams, CAD layouts, functional decomposition.
Lead and contribute to design reviews and brainstorming sessions. Responsible for decision making in the context of product definition and architecture.
Participate in or lead continuous improvement activities.
Verify all concept and systems level process steps of the product development process and Product Release process are followed.
Drive the product development process leveraging team collaboration.
Design risk mitigation including participation or facilitation of FMEA.
Champion product compliance with regulatory requirements.
Cross‑discipline interaction and communication including cross‑discipline inputs (Business Development, Analysis, Electrical, Software, Fluid Power, Metallurgy, Manufacturing, Validation/Test).
Represent Husky technically in front of customers, suppliers and technical partners.
Represent the Innovation and Sustainability department in front of internal customers including the executive.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
Qualifications and Skills
10+ years of design experience in a relevant industry.
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and strong presentation skills.
Specialized knowledge of products, tools, standards, processes and technology.
Specialized knowledge within injection molding, tooling and/or plastics processing market.
Skilled in CAD modeling techniques – Unigraphics preferred.
Expert in calculating design parameters and applying engineering principles to design.
Strong time management and organizational skills for maximum efficiency.
Illustrates attention to detail when completing tasks.
Strong problem‑solving skills.
Advanced creativity and innovation skills.
Strong sense of ownership.
Advanced understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes related to injection molding tooling.
A flexible team player.
Demonstrated ability to lead and work both autonomously and as part of a highly cohesive cross‑functional team.
Experience selecting appropriate materials and sizing various components, as well as material selection and application of design standards.
Well‑rounded – hands‑on mechanical ability and passion for interests and hobbies outside of work.
Compensation and Benefits
Range: $125,000-$155,000
Shift work premiums (25% afternoon shift and 40% evening shift)
Annual incentive bonus
Outstanding 401k contribution and match program
700 acres of private land to walk, bike, run or cross‑country ski
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Legal and EEO
We are committed to equal employment opportunity and respect, value and welcome diversity in our workplace. Husky Technologies TM also values being a great place to work and strives to maintain a safe workplace. Accordingly, Husky Technologies TM conditions all offers of employment on satisfactory completion of background checks.
Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).
If you need special assistance or an accommodation in applying, please contact our Human Resources Department at talent@husky.ca .
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Id: 20797
Type: FullTime
Location: Milton, VT
We are looking for an experienced Product Development Engineer to lead the technical development of packaging products. The successful candidate will work with business development, completing engineering, and launch into manufacturing operations.
Role Description
System level design with limited guidance, frequently in the absence of specific design standards.
Product Architect.
Participate in the formulation and/or evaluation of business cases.
Work within a team of Engineers/Design Specialists in the development of new Injection Molding tooling products following appropriate steps within a formal product development process.
Guide and approve the content of design documents and validation plans.
Contribute to, verify and monitor engineering documentation.
Sizing and selection of components (e.g., linear motors, sensors, bearings, gearboxes, belts, seals, servo motors, pneumatic and hydraulic components) as well as material selection and application of design standards.
Provide leadership, mentoring and training to team members.
Create system level concept designs in various levels of detail, including function block diagrams, CAD layouts, functional decomposition.
Lead and contribute to design reviews and brainstorming sessions. Responsible for decision making in the context of product definition and architecture.
Participate in or lead continuous improvement activities.
Verify all concept and systems level process steps of the product development process and Product Release process are followed.
Drive the product development process leveraging team collaboration.
Design risk mitigation including participation or facilitation of FMEA.
Champion product compliance with regulatory requirements.
Cross‑discipline interaction and communication including cross‑discipline inputs (Business Development, Analysis, Electrical, Software, Fluid Power, Metallurgy, Manufacturing, Validation/Test).
Represent Husky technically in front of customers, suppliers and technical partners.
Represent the Innovation and Sustainability department in front of internal customers including the executive.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
Qualifications and Skills
10+ years of design experience in a relevant industry.
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and strong presentation skills.
Specialized knowledge of products, tools, standards, processes and technology.
Specialized knowledge within injection molding, tooling and/or plastics processing market.
Skilled in CAD modeling techniques – Unigraphics preferred.
Expert in calculating design parameters and applying engineering principles to design.
Strong time management and organizational skills for maximum efficiency.
Illustrates attention to detail when completing tasks.
Strong problem‑solving skills.
Advanced creativity and innovation skills.
Strong sense of ownership.
Advanced understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes related to injection molding tooling.
A flexible team player.
Demonstrated ability to lead and work both autonomously and as part of a highly cohesive cross‑functional team.
Experience selecting appropriate materials and sizing various components, as well as material selection and application of design standards.
Well‑rounded – hands‑on mechanical ability and passion for interests and hobbies outside of work.
Compensation and Benefits
Range: $125,000-$155,000
Shift work premiums (25% afternoon shift and 40% evening shift)
Annual incentive bonus
Outstanding 401k contribution and match program
700 acres of private land to walk, bike, run or cross‑country ski
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Legal and EEO
We are committed to equal employment opportunity and respect, value and welcome diversity in our workplace. Husky Technologies TM also values being a great place to work and strives to maintain a safe workplace. Accordingly, Husky Technologies TM conditions all offers of employment on satisfactory completion of background checks.
Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).
If you need special assistance or an accommodation in applying, please contact our Human Resources Department at talent@husky.ca .
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