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

Winpak Careers • Sauk Village, IL

7d • 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: Senior