Product Development Engineer (Design Specialist - Packaging Hot Runner)

About the role

The Development Engineering team at Husky TechnologiesTM is seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer to lead the technical development of packaging products. This role involves working closely with business development, completing engineering, and launching products into manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• System level design with limited guidance, frequently in the absence of specific design standards.
• Participate in the formulation and/or evaluation of business cases.
• Guide and approve the content of design documents and validation plans.
• Contribute to, verify and monitor engineering documentation.
• Apply scientific/engineering principles to design execution.
• Sizing and selection of components (for example, but not limited to linear motors, sensors, bearings, gearboxes, belts, seals, servo motors, pneumatic and hydraulic components etc.) as well as material selection and application of design standards.
• 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.
• Drive the product development process leveraging team collaboration.
• Lead design risk mitigation including participation or facilitation of FMEA.
• Represent Husky TechnologiesTM technically in front of customers, suppliers, and technical partners.
• Represent the Innovation and Sustainability department in front of internal customers including the executive.

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 (for example, but not limited to, linear motors, sensors, bearings, gearboxes, belts, seals, servo motors, pneumatic and hydraulic components, etc.) 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.