Thermoforming Design Engineer
Location: Hammond, IN
MUST HAVES:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Design, or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years of experience in thermoformed product and tooling design
Advanced SolidWorks proficiency (part modeling, assemblies, and detailed drawings)
Strong knowledge of thermoforming materials, tooling construction, and forming processes
Experience working with machine shops or toolmakers on tooling fabrication and validation
Position Overview:
Join a leading manufacturer in the thermoformed packaging industry as a Thermoforming Design Engineer. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented engineer with a passion for designing innovative packaging solutions. You will take ownership of product and tooling design from concept through production, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, manufacturability, and performance.
The ideal candidate combines strong technical design skills with creative problem-solving and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop thermoformed packaging products and tooling systems from concept to full-scale production.
Create and refine 2D drawings, 3D models, and BOMs using SolidWorks.
Conduct feasibility studies, tolerance analyses, and design optimizations to enhance cost-effectiveness and performance.
Collaborate with production, quality, and sales teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance with design standards.
Support tooling fabrication, testing, and validation, ensuring tools meet performance requirements.
Diagnose and resolve tooling and product issues, recommending effective engineering solutions.
Maintain detailed and accurate design documentation and adhere to company standards and best practices.
Desired Skills and Attributes:
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and project management skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
Passion for continuous improvement and design innovation within thermoformed packaging.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled design engineer looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic, growth-oriented packaging environment while contributing to the next generation of thermoformed solutions.
