Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Foth is a member-owned science and engineering consulting firm seeking a Lead Packaging Designer to provide technical leadership and support the design and integration of packaging systems for industrial clients, primarily in the food and beverage industry. The role involves CAD layout development, engineering documentation, client coordination, team mentorship, and support for equipment installation, startup, and troubleshooting activities.
Responsibilities
- Support engineers in the design and integration of packaging systems for industrial applications, primarily within the food and beverage industry
- Conduct field information gathering activities
- Develop and update 2D and 3D CAD layouts for packaging systems and equipment integration
- Design packaging system components in accordance with equipment specifications and project requirements
- Create and maintain engineering drawing packages and associated documentation
- Coordinate drawing management activities and collaborate directly with clients
- Work collaboratively with designers and engineers across multiple disciplines
- Coordinate, delegate, and oversee the design efforts of team members and contract resources as needed
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance within the packaging systems discipline
- Support equipment installations, startup activities, and field troubleshooting efforts
- Assist engineers with equipment specifications, installation scopes of work, and technical decision-making
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining effective communication, organization, and attention to detail
- Travel to client sites approximately 10-20% annually
Skills
- Associate's degree in Mechanical Design or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum 7 years of CAD design experience
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience with conveyor layout design
- Proficiency using 2D and 3D CAD software for equipment integration and system design
- Demonstrated experience supporting the design, fabrication, or integration of industrial equipment and systems
- Experience designing packaging systems within the food and beverage industry
- Experience using Autodesk ReCap, Navisworks, or similar software for 3D data registration and visualization
- 10+ years of CAD design experience
- Previous experience supporting capital projects from design through startup and commissioning
Benefits
- Flexible remote work from anywhere within the United States, with a preference for candidates who can work from the Green Bay, WI office
- Values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment
- Professional growth opportunities
- New learning experiences and opportunities for career growth
- Foth will pay for all drug testing
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