Senior Design Engineer – U.S. Candidates Encouraged to Apply (Relocation Available)

Winpak Careers • Sauk Village, IL

7d • $105,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Winpak Portion Packaging Ltd. is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join our Engineering and Technology team in Sauk Village, IL. This role is onsite and includes a competitive relocation package for qualified candidate outside the local area . In this role, you will lead the design and development of new products, tooling, and equipment while improving existing processes. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring innovative packaging solutions to life that meet performance, quality, and cost targets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in design engineering, tooling, or product development within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of tooling, machinery, and plastic thermoforming (materials such as PS, PP, PET).
• Proficiency in 3D modeling and CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Proven experience managing multiple engineering projects from concept to completion.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across departments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in packaging or plastics manufacturing.
• Familiarity with automation design and equipment development.
• Hands-on experience with prototype fabrication and testing.
• Supervisory or mentorship experience in an engineering setting.

Responsibilities

• Create and review conceptual and detailed designs using CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Plan, organize, and execute projects related to new product and tooling design or modifications to existing tooling.
• Develop project plans, cost estimates, and timelines to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Coordinate prototype fabrication, testing, and debugging of tooling and equipment.
• Partner with vendors and suppliers to source components and manage project deliverables.
• Support the production of sample parts for customer approval and assist in troubleshooting manufacturing or tooling issues.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation, including layouts, and revision control.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers and technical staff.
• Ensure all design and production activities follow food safety, GMP, and quality standards.
• Lead production trials to ensure new tooling is meeting part design specifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision & prescription coverage
• Travel coverage
• Disability coverage
• Voluntary life insurance
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Tuition assistance program
• Retirement savings plans
• A comprehensive employee and family assistance program which includes short term counselling, wellbeing coaching, financial and legal consultations services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level