Industrial & Machinery Systems Engineer

OP Mobility • MI

69d

About The Position

The Industrial & Machinery Systems Engineer is a hybrid role that combines the responsibilities of Industrial Engineering and Machinery Design Engineering. This role is accountable for the design, specification, procurement, and implementation of manufacturing equipment, while supporting new product launches and process improvements. This position aims to streamline capital project execution and enhance cross-functional alignment through a single point of ownership for both machinery and process development.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required
• 2-5 years of Manufacturing experience
• Experience in plastics processing industry, preferred but not necessary
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., PFMEA, TPS, Six Sigma)
• Proficient in process and equipment design tools (e.g., PFMEA, Process Flow, GD&T, CAD)
• Background in high-volume manufacturing processes such as injection molding, blow molding, welding, or assembly
• Strong understanding of equipment design, specification, and commissioning
• Experience working with suppliers on equipment builds and process development
• Ability to lead or support capital equipment projects from concept to installation
• Skilled in troubleshooting equipment and process issues in a plant environment
• Effective communicator in cross-functional, multicultural teams
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and engineering documentation tools
• Willing and able to travel up to 35% domestically and internationally

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement manufacturing equipment and process solutions that support new business development in accordance with Plastic Omnium’s INPRO and APQP protocols.
• Lead or support equipment specification creation, capital procurement activities, and supplier management for new and existing programs.
• Participate in INPRO phases as a technical representative for both machinery and industrial process development.
• Audit and support plant-led equipment builds to ensure alignment with global standards (WW Standards).
• Collaborate with cross-functional Core Teams to ensure seamless integration between product design and manufacturing systems.
• Drive compliance to internal best practices and support standardization across global sites.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to plant teams during equipment deployment and commissioning.
• Support knowledge management efforts by developing and documenting best practices, lessons learned, and standard tools.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees