WestRock-posted 9 months ago
Full-time • Senior
Smyrna, GA
Paper Manufacturing

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a d purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. The opportunity: We are searching for a senior mechanical engineer to join our company as it grows. The senior mechanical engineer's responsibilities include working on the design and development of high-speed, automated packaging equipment sold throughout North America. You will ensure projects are completed on time and to specifications. This is a great opportunity for someone to build their own process and procedure based on personal experience and best practices.

  • Lead design and development of high speed, automated packaging machinery.
  • Improve cost and quality of mechanical designs.
  • Drive development projects by directing and influencing cross functional teams.
  • Coordinate with project managers, manufacturing, supply chain and electrical engineers to ensure projects are completed to specifications.
  • Conduct root cause analysis, perform diagnostics, and troubleshoot equipment.
  • Scope and manage project budgets and schedules.
  • Establish relationships with customer facing organizations, vendors and suppliers.
  • Manage subcontractors and their work to meet design requirements within project timelines.
  • Mentor junior engineers and train in engineering best practices.
  • Ensuring a safe, positive work environment.
  • Support the Technical Sales Managers on platform production projects.
  • Respond to questions, troubleshoot, provide studies and estimates.
  • Provide cost effective solutions to problems affecting the customer product while maintaining the integrity of the design.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
  • 10-15 years in engineering and machine design, preference given to experience working on high-speed, automated machinery.
  • Experience with linear actuators, servos, gearboxes, sensors and pneumatics.
  • Comprehensive understanding of DFM, DFA, ASME Y14.5 and GD&T.
  • Experience in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.
  • Packaging machinery equipment experience is a plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • Practical experience with CAD software, PLM systems and engineering change management.
  • Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Excellent motivational skills and multitasking abilities.
  • Experience with CAD skills: Preferred, PTC Creo, Windchill, AutoCAD.
  • PC skills: Preferred i.e. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included.
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