Design Engineer

SUMMARY:
A well know Plastics Manufacturing Company requires the above to facilitate the development of New Products, aligned to the Design Centre’s new goals and objectives.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical/Mechatronic Engineering or related qual Is pref.
• Previous experience in Concept Generation and Product Development, as well as a background in Research and Development is essential.
• Pervious experience working within the Packaging or Plastics Industry is preferred.
• Previous experience in Tooling Design for Injection Moulding, Thermoforming and Blow-moulding Design will be advantageous.
• Previous experience in Development Engineering is essential.
• Previous experience in Computer Simulations for Production-related Design and Process is essential.
• Must have applied knowledge of the latest Digital Design Tools, particularly in Solid Works Suite, Finite Element Analysis, Flow Simulation and Heat and Mass Transfer Simulation would be advantageous.
• Must be a creative and practical thinker aligned with the Design Centre’s New Goals and Objectives.
• Computer literacy in MS Office, Excel, and Power Point is essential.
• Good timekeeping skills with the ability to work independently is essential.
• A valid Driver’s licence is essential.
  

 The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Facilitate the development of a pipeline on New Products for short and medium-term sustainable growth.
• Drive the Concept Design portfolio within the allocated allowance.
• Manage and oversee CAD Modelling for final signoff.
• Ensure Customer satisfaction and engagement is met.
• Managing and implementing timelines for Key Projects, ensuring best possible customer satisfaction.
• Improve concept generation turnaround time through Digital Simulation and Tooling Development.
• Prepare Concepts and Designs within the context of DFM, with the foresight of the requirements of available production equipment and facilities.
• Prepare detailed drawings, renderings and animations to highlight Product Design features and functionality.
•  Identify opportunities for the replacement of traditional packaging for feasibility assessments.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability for cycle time improvements in production processes.

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