Mechanical Design Engineer

About the role

Join Georgia Pacific’s Device Development Group as a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design and development of mechanical and electromechanical dispensers (paper, skin care, cutlery) from concept through commercialization. This is an entry level role focused on learning, supporting engineers, and helping deliver reliable, manufacturable, and user-friendly products. You’ll work with cross-functional teams and gain broad exposure across consumer product development.

Responsibilities

• Support development of product designs and provide technical assistance throughout the product lifecycle (concept → commercialization → end of life).
• Create and update 3D CAD models and 2D drawings (SolidWorks preferred) for parts and assemblies under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Aid in design for manufacturing (DFM) reviews and provide input for manufacturability improvements.
• Prepare documentation packages and support engineering release activities.
• Support test and validation activities: prepare test setups, run simulated use tests, collect data, and document results.
• Troubleshoot product issues and suggest improvements.
• Apply basic engineering analysis methods (tolerance stackups, basic FMEA concepts, simple hand calculations).
• Collaborate with business, quality, electrical/test, and industrial design teams to meet product requirements.
• Manage assigned tasks, meet deadlines, and report progress to project leads.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Familiarity with 3D solid modeling and 2D drawing generation (SolidWorks preferred).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Experience in plastics design, injection molding, or high-volume manufacturing fundamentals.
• Basic experience with sheet metal design.
• Familiarity with basic FEA, DOE, or FMEA concepts from coursework or internships.
• Experience in consumer product development.

Skills

• Basic understanding of engineering analysis methods.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.