Mechanical Design Engineer
Packsize · Louisville, KY · 5 days ago
EngineeringFull-time
About the role
Packsize is redefining the way businesses and their customers use and experience packaging around the world. We build the technology, design the right solutions, and automate the processes that propel the industry forward. To us, packaging is much more than a box—it’s delivering what’s right for our customers, their customers, our people, and the planet.
Responsibilities
- Lead BOM cost-reduction initiatives through redesign of major machine components and subsystems
- Analyze existing machine architectures for standardization, simplification, and reuse opportunities
- Drive modularity and platform thinking across mechanical and electro-mechanical systems
- Partner with Procurement, Service, Quality and Supply Chain to evaluate suppliers, quotations, and cost drivers
- Support redesign efforts focused on reduced part count and improved manufacturability
- Report out on cost savings goals
- Document and implement design changes using ECOs in a PLM system
- Collaborate with sustaining and development engineers to balance cost, reliability, safety, and compliance
- Participate in testing and validation of redesigned components and assemblies
- Support transfer of redesigned systems into production
- Engage in continuous improvement activities with a lean mindset
Requirements
- BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- Experience in industrial machine design or sustaining engineering
- Demonstrated experience with design-to-cost or value engineering initiatives
- Strong mechanical design background with working knowledge of automation systems
- Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
- Understanding of DFM, DFA, and design for serviceability principles
- Ability to read mechanical drawings, GD&T, and electrical schematics
- Experience with PDM/PLM tools and engineering change processes
- Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Qualifications
- Nice to have: Exposure to electrical systems, sensors, PLCs, and general industrial controls
- Experience working directly with suppliers and contract manufacturers
- Background in modular product platforms or configurable machine systems
- Hands-on prototyping and machine build experience
What We Offer
- Up to 15% travel as needed
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; Paid Time Off; Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA); and life and disability insurance
- Additional voluntary benefits such as critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, and legal/ID theft protection
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your overall well-being
Pay
Compensation details will be determined based on the role being offered, associated responsibilities, the candidate's prior work experience, education/training, and any special skills.
Schedule
Flexible schedule to accommodate project needs and team dynamics.