Sr Mechanical Design Engineer - Packaging - Long Island

Our client is a leading manufacturer of advanced packaging equipment and automated machinery solutions serving the food and consumer goods industries. They are known for their engineering excellence, innovation, and commitment to high-quality design standards. With a strong reputation in the market, they offer a collaborative environment where engineers have a direct impact on product development and performance.

About the role

Design and develop mechanical systems for packaging machinery, including frames, filling, sealing, and capping equipment. Apply DFM/DFA and sanitary design principles to deliver high-quality, custom industrial automation solutions. Work hands-on with CAD design, prototyping, and cross-functional engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify 3D CAD models and assemblies using Inventor or similar CAD software
• Apply DFM/DFA principles to improve manufacturability and assembly efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, electrical, and controls engineers
• Support prototyping, testing, troubleshooting, and continuous product improvement
• Ensure designs meet sanitary and hygienic standards (3-A, USDA) for food-grade equipment

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME/BSMET) or related technical field
• 10+ years of mechanical design experience in packaging machinery, food processing, or industrial automation
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD software, preferably Autodesk Inventor
• Proven experience with machine design, pneumatics, and automated systems
• Knowledge of materials, machining, sheet metal fabrication, and mechanical tolerances
• Hands-on expertise in testing, prototyping, and troubleshooting mechanical systems

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans
• Opportunity to work on state-of-the-art packaging and automation technology
• Collaborative, engineering-driven culture with career growth opportunities
• Exposure to complex, custom-built machinery projects
• Stable and growing company with a strong position in the industrial automation and packaging market