Milacron ยท 5 months ago
Sr. Product Development Engineer - Machine Design
Mold-Masters is a global leader in the plastics industry, and they are seeking a Senior Product Development Engineer in Machine Design. In this role, you will lead the product development process for innovative machinery, ensuring reliable and cost-effective systems for the E-Multi product line while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet customer needs.
IndustrialMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical EngineeringPlastics and Rubber ManufacturingProduct Design
Responsibilities
Execute complete design solutions for new machines and systems within the E-Multi product line, applying sound engineering practices
Develop performance specifications and sales targets for new machine concepts
Monitor project metrics, including product cost, schedule, and scope, and proactively manage risks to ensure on-time delivery
Lead small, multidisciplinary design teams in system-level innovation and product development
Create concept layouts, 3D models, and detailed drawings for reliable, cost-efficient designs aligned with project and customer requirements
Generate assembly drawings and BOMs for SAP release, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness
Read, interpret, and create complex engineering drawings, schematics, and CAD models to support manufacturing and assembly
Participate actively in design reviews, risk assessments, and Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA) evaluations to ensure safety, quality, and performance standards are met
Develop validation plans, testing protocols, and technical documentation to support prototypes and new product certification
Lead prototype assembly and testing activities, providing technical updates, reports, and presentations to teams and customers
Collaborate with sales and application teams to evaluate customer needs and recommend tailored solutions, supporting application sizing and feasibility discussions
Review existing patents, drawings, and technical documentation, supporting patent applications and innovations
Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on productivity, cost reduction, and quality enhancement
Engage with customers, vendors, and internal teams, ensuring all designs and solutions align with industry standards and client expectations
Qualification
Required
University degree in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering
10-12 years of hands-on experience in designing and developing industrial machinery
Currently licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario, CA
Expert in SolidWorks 2023 or higher, with strong modeling and detailed drawing skills
Deep knowledge of ASME Y14.5M standards, GD&T, and tolerance analysis
Experience designing large-scale, automated machinery such as robotics, presses, CNC systems, or packaging lines
Strong component selection skills, including gearboxes, bearings, servo motors, pneumatics, and hydraulics
Proven success in leading small design teams and projects, delivering on schedule and within budget
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
High attention to detail with a strong sense of ownership
Preferred
Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems
Advanced FEA knowledge (preferably ANSYS)
Support experience with injection molding machinery and auxiliary systems
Proven mentorship and leadership in multi-disciplinary product development teams
Company
Milacron
Milacron is a global leader in the manufacture, distribution, and service of highly engineered and customized systems within the plastic technology and processing industry.
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Funding
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