**Primary Responsibilities**:- Mechanical design of packaging machinery and automation within assigned specifications- Provides engineering expertise throughout the project and product development lifecycle; from initial concept generation to detailed design, machine development, installation and customer acceptance- Work with Lead Product Line Designers to identify and implement cost savings in designs/materials- Manage assigned projects on schedule and within budget- Ensure Bills of Material are in line with agreed company standards- Support Sales Department with concept development for future projects- Specify and integrate OEM equipment in "turn-key" projects- Is driven by a desire for engineering excellence whilst helping ensure that designs are delivered within agreed cost and time constraints- Ensure project-related processes are fully adhered to**Secondary responsibilities**:- Supervision of mechanical designers throughout detailed design and engineering technicians during the assembly and test of equipment as required- Provides engineering information by answering questions and requests.- Take other work tasks as needed by team leader- Support team development and continues improvement- Keeps current with latest and emerging industry regulations and codes relative to packaging equipment system design and operation- Proactively identifies and recommends corrective actions to address engineering quality and cost issues**Physical Demands**:- This is a mixed position with work performed in an office environment and on the assembly floor depending on the circumstances and priorities of each day- Hearing acuity required for safety reasons while on the assembly floor- Exposure to high noise from machines operating nearby during visits to the assembly floor- Depending on the circumstances work is done while sitting down (office work) or standing up (on assembly floor)- Required to work with computer for prolonged periods of time**Working Conditions & Environment**:- Occasional travel to customer sites may be required- Expected 40 hour workweek- Long working hours may be necessary on occasion in order to comply with deadlines (internal and external)- This position requires the employee to attend work properly groomed and dressed. according to the position**Desired Behavioural Competences**:- Behaves ethically — Ensures own behaviour and team members' behaviour is consistent with Mpac Langen standards and aligns with the values of the organization- Impact and influence — Works effectively with and through others including where no formal authority exists- Achievement Motivation — Results oriented. Sets high standards and objectives- Communicate Effectively— Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner- Team Leadership — Effective at building support, thinks team first, promotes success in terms of team as well as individual success, and is adept at creating a shared vision- Decision-making — Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization- Organized — Sets priorities develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details/data/information/activities- Problem Solving— Assesses problematic situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations- Hands-on approach, ready to "roll-up his/her sleeves" and stay close to the action**Hardware & Software Requirements**:- One desktop computer, keyboard, mouse, and desk phone- Relevant software, includes Dayforce, Concur, AutoCAD, Inventor, SmarTeam/Vault- 100% adherence to company computer policy is required**Knowledge & Skills Required**:- University Mechanical Engineering Education (preferred)- A minimum of 5 years mechanical design experience- Innovative thinker- Mechanical engineering experience in the field of automation/industrial machinery (Packaging Machinery experience is an additional asset)- Good knowledge and understanding of design standards.- Good level of computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel & Project)- CAD design experience (2D or 3D - Autodesk Inventor)- Good understanding of manufacturing & assembly processes
