Lead Thermoforming Systems Engineer

Summary

Join Foth, a member-owned science and engineering consulting firm, as a Lead Thermoforming Systems Engineer. This role, based in Green Bay, WI or remotely, involves leading technical direction for capital projects in thermoformed container production. You will leverage modern technologies for innovative process solutions, optimize existing plant processes, and ensure regulatory compliance. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and 10+ years of experience in thermoformed plastics engineering. Foth offers a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Polymer/Materials Science, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or equivalent technical experience
• 10+ years of professional experience
• Required previous experience with Engineered Package development including Scope of Work, P&IDs, Specifications & Mechanical Equipment Arrangements
• Required previous experience with Thermoformed plastics engineering processes
• Understanding of various plastics properties (PP, PET, PS, PLA, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Lead technical direction for CapEx projects in the thermoformed container production industry
• Leverage modern technologies to provide innovative process solutions that improve speed, quality, and costs of manufacture
• Assist in the development and vetting of multi-year strategic production plans
• Assist in the optimization of existing plant processes to deploy best-in-class plastic container manufacturing techniques and value-added engineering
• Adhere to all required safety practices, while ensuring regulatory compliance through risk mitigation
• Develop complete thermoforming systems deliverables from concept through construction, including: blending, extrusion, forming, and plastics trimming
• Prepare and give technical reviews to clients regarding project-related items
• Estimate process engineering hours and schedule for proposals
• Coordinate with other project disciplines, clients, vendors, and suppliers to develop deliverables
• Develop equipment specifications for CapEx project procurement
• Develop process and instrumentation drawings (P&IDs)
• Develop equipment lists, line lists, and POC lists
• Develop operation specifications
• Work with designers to create drawings
• Write installation scope documents
• Oversee and QC engineering work of others (e.g., drawings, calculations, designs, etc.)
• Lead checkout/start-up efforts associated with project work, and provide onsite/remote construction support
• Provide technical leadership and manage other process discipline project members
• Coach and mentor others as required on technological advancements
• Ability to travel as needed with anticipation of 35% annually

Preferred Qualifications

Experience utilizing 3D tools such as Navisworks, Plant 3D, VR, and 3D Scans

Benefits

• Values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment
• Ample professional growth opportunities
• Supportive colleagues
• US-Based Remote location option