Design Engineer

Company Statement

Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here. At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce. We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do—together—to create a better tomorrow. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth.

Overview

The Design Engineer, who is a member of the Product Development team, is responsible for the creation of 3D models, 2D article drawings and predictive simulations for new packages that Graham Packaging commercializes.  The Design Engineer is also responsible for utilizing cutting-edge design tools, such as CT scanners for reverse engineering and 3D printers for developing quick prototype samples. 

 

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

 

The primary duties of a Design Engineer include:

• Develop 3D models and engineering drawings for bottles, labels, gauges and quality specifications.
• Execute predictive simulation models via FEA and interpret results to inform optimal product design and product development decision making
• Develop prototype models as part of the commercialization of new products
• Develop prototype molds used for lab sampling blow molders
• Develop and document the fundamental knowledge of designing bottles through design rules, limit/tradeoff curves, engineering models, process maps and other tools
• Drive continuous improvement in product development standard work that impacts the quality and timely completion of projects
• Write formal technical reports on the results of design and simulation work
• Reverse engineer existing products by scanning bottles and creating 3D files

 

Qualifications

Core Proficiencies and Skills

The following skills and proficiencies are essential requirements of the position:

• Proficient skills utilizing surfacing/solid modeling software such as Siemens NX
• Basic skills utilizing FEA software
• Knowledge of rapid prototyping including molds and models
• Experience in reverse engineering pertaining to scanners and scan data manipulation
• Understanding of scientific and engineering principals
• Understanding of data analysis
• Ability to develop technical engineering reports
• Strong written and verbal communication skills along with solid questioning skills
• Travel up to 10% at times

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Plastics, Industrial)
• 2 to 4 years professional experience in product design/development

 

Compensation Statement

The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits Statement

Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company’s 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.

EEO Disclaimer

Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.