Design Engineer - Plastics

Company: Otto Environmental Systems
Location: Chicago
Posted on: January 23, 2025

Job Description:

Forming Technologies LLC was founded in 2004 with the mission of becoming a leader in heavy gauge thermoformed products by providing unequaled service, quality, and timing to our customers.Today, Forming Technologies is a member of the DURAMAX SOLUTIONS family consisting of AMD Plastics, DLB Custom Extrusions, Forming Technologies and Duramax Holdings dba Otto Environmental Systems. We are continuously expanding our plastics manufacturing capabilities in thermoforming, extrusion, injection molding and plastic recycling while providing high-tech products and innovative solutions to meet the needs of our customers.POSITION AVAILABLE: DESIGN ENGINEERThe Design Engineer will create new thermoforming packaging concepts and mold tooling utilizing SolidWorks, SolidCAM and CNC Programming. In this position, candidates must meet customer design requirements, attend design review meetings, and work hands on with the manufacturing production team to develop effective packaging solutions. The Tool Design Engineer will be responsible for the tool design from concept to production utilizing problem solving skills and tool drawings to create a complete prototype. Upon approval, this role will also be charged with implementation on the production floor including addressing issues and correcting those issues in order to meet the customer deliverables within set timelines.REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma/GED - trade school or some applicable college classes, preferred.
• Must have comprehensive experience using SolidWorks/SolidCAM
• CNC Programming knowledge is required.OTHER SKILLS:
  • Candidate must be able to manage time effectively.
  • Have the ability to visualize the design start to finish.
  • Top candidates can see in 3D and work hands on at each step of the process.
  • Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently while staying on task is important.
  • Ability to follow all safety protocol and support our ISO 9001 Quality processes.COMPANY BENEFITS:
    • Affordable Pre-Tax Medical Plan with Pharmacy provisions
    • Vision Plan
    • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
    • Paid Time Off Program
    • Company Paid Holidays
    • Company Paid Life InsuranceFor more information about the company, visit our website: WWW.FORMTECH.ORGThe company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.In compliance with the ADA Amendments ACT (ADAAA), if you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request assistance and/or reasonable accommodations by contacting our Human Resources Department.
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