Mechanical Engineering Manager

Our Packaging Machinery & Automation facility in Smyrna, GA is at the forefront of designing and creating high-speed, automated packaging machinery for our diverse customer base. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead our dynamic team in the design and development of cutting-edge packaging equipment.

Responsibilities:

Project Leadership:

Lead the design of high-speed, automated packaging machinery, overseeing mechanical layout, component sourcing, and BOM generation.

Collaborate with project managers, manufacturing, supply chain, and electrical engineers to ensure timely and specification-compliant project completion.

Team Management:

Set standards for the team, assign projects, and establish priorities.

Drive development projects by directing cross-functional teams and managing subcontractors to meet design requirements.

Customer Relations:

Establish and maintain relationships with customer-facing organizations, vendors, and suppliers.

Understand customer's mechanical specifications and needs for packaging operations.

Technical Expertise:

Conduct root cause analysis, perform diagnostics, and troubleshoot equipment.

Provide machine production and installation support, offering cost-effective solutions while maintaining design integrity.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Develop budgets, schedules, and educational training programs.

Collaborate with Technical Sales managers on platform production projects.

Respond to inquiries, troubleshoot issues, and provide studies and estimates.

Safety and Environment:

Ensure a safe and positive work environment for the team.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

5+ years of engineering experience, preferably with a focus on high-speed, automated machinery.

Experience in organizational change management.

Familiarity with ASME Y14.5 and GD&T.

Experience in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.

Packaging Machinery Equipment experience is a plus.

Additional licensure or certification may be required.

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 and multitasking abilities.

Ability to travel 10-15%, including international travel to our sister plant in France.

If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for innovation in mechanical engineering and have the skills to drive projects to success, we invite you to join our team and contribute to the exciting field of automated packaging technology. Apply now to be a key player in shaping the future of our Packaging Machinery & Automation division.