Product Development Engineer II

SUMMARY:

Engineering and development of fluid dispensing systems (dispensers and sprayers) from concept

to engineered product that is ready for commercial production in a fast-paced environment to achieve speed to market. Concepts may be developed based on internally defined or customer driven requirements, using new product ideas or modifications to existing products. Develop 3D models of high complexity that are both aesthetically accurate and technically robust using Solidworks CAD software.

Key functional team member leading projects through concept ideation, engineering development, and functional prototype units that pass the fit for use (FFU) criteria. Provide support to other innovation projects and other department teams (tooling, manufacturing, sales, marketing, etc.) to evaluate and recommend product changes to increase product performance or sales.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL:

All employees are expected to act in a safe manner at all times and ensure that those around them do not put themselves or others at risk. Everyone is personally accountable for his/her own safety as well as their co-workers'. Safety and health is a shared responsibility of everyone in the organization and a condition of employment. We value and expect engagement out of all employees.

Co-workers share the responsibility for doing the right thing for the environment and carrying out the stewardship principles addressed in our Environmental Policy. We will provide the resources necessary to implement this policy, and management will conduct periodic reviews to ensure its ongoing effectiveness.

All employees are expected to support commitments and conform to and follow

requirements established in the Grandview Plant's Environmental Policy (ISO 14001) and the Quality Policy (ISO 9001).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• With technical creativity, based on internal or external request, propose several technical solutions for a product/ability to create new concepts.
• Product development engineering of concepts into parts and assemblies for prototyping, analysis, and tooling design. Coordinate development activities through stages 2 (Design) and 3 (Development) as defined by the Product Development Process. As project lead, ability to drive progress by providing leadership and clear communication with internal/cross functional teams and external customers as required in project meetings and discussions.
• Work with design, consumer insights, sales and marketing to ideate concepts and provide our customers with technical support on new product solutions.
• Provide reports and data necessary for evaluation/clarification, internal/external presentations, and cost analysis (part counts, tooling, assembly, and operations).
• Drive DFMEA and participate in other innovation project meetings to provide opinions and recommendations on product design concepts and problem-solving scenarios.
• Attend training to increase personal capabilities in CAD/CAE software use, new design technologies, and personal growth opportunities as available.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Must follow all work rules and policies

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Education level: Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering or Plastics Technology from a four-year college or university.
• Experience level: 2-5 years of experience in plastic dispensing systems for liquids; minimum 5 years experience in product development of multiple component plastic assemblies (e.g. consumer products, medical equipment, etc.).
• Hands-on daily use of Solidworks and experience with drafting techniques for creation, revision and checking.
• Experience in plastic injection molding part design and product development for high volume consumer products a plus. Experience and understanding of plant operations and manufacturing strategy in part design versus cost analysis.
• Experience in directly interfacing with external customer organizations for new product or package solutions a plus.
• Experience in reading, analyzing, and taking actions based on outputs from engineering analysis programs such as FEA, CFD and Moldflow on part design and assembly. It is a plus to have experience in operating the engineering analysis programs.
• Experience in daily use of Microsoft Office software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project), and use of the internet for research and technology suppliers.
• Use of project management methods and tools.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and projects with great sense of urgency.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills. Lead technical meeting internally within Silgan Dispensing System and externally with customers.
• Willingness for occasional travel, including internationally depending on the project.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read and interpret technical data and drawings pertinent to mechanical engineering and design.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percentage.

Ability to use engineering formulas for area, volume, force, pressure, etc. specifically related to physics, statics, dynamics and fluid mechanics.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to handle problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Decision-making and problem solving are based on cost, design requirements, manufacturing capabilities, and available tools. Marketing and our customer establish cost targets and design requirements. Many times, input is a vague outline of customer requirements that must be translated to detailed specifications and prints.

This job uses defined methodologies and test methods to evaluate predicted success of a design and development time (e.g. computerized models, finite element analysis, design of experiments, ASTM test methods, statistical analysis methods, etc.).

Our team uses Product Design and Development Procedures, which meet ISO new product development requirements that must be understood and followed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and sit, bend, stoop, twist, kneel, squat, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position works in a general office environment. The noise level in the work

environment is usually very quiet. Four to six trips per year for 1-3 days at a time may be required depending on the project. Travel may include international trips depending on the project.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.