Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: New Brighton PA

Position Type: Full-Time

Are you tired of being stuck at a desk all day or does the idea of that as your career path just not excite you Kenson Plastics is looking for an entry-level or early-career Mechanical Design Engineer who wants to be hands-on at our R&D facility in New Brighton this dynamic role you will design prototype and iterate mechanical components tooling and molds and actively validate machine and test your designs on state-of-the-art 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machining centers.

Enjoy a healthy mix of engineering office work and an active manufacturing floor with real opportunities for upward mobility into engineering or business leadership.

• 3D Modeling Programming: Utilize CAD/CAM software to independently design parts assemblies molds and advanced tool paths.

• Mold Tooling Engineering: Engineer molds and tooling determining material requirements (aluminum blocks composite tooling boards) and optimum blank sizes.

• Fixture Fabrication: Design and physically build custom machining and assembly fixtures to streamline production.

• Process Optimization: Develop efficient machining programs incorporating well-thought-out tooling feeds speeds and shop-floor feedback.

• Quality Metrology: Inspect finished parts using precision measurement tools to verify complete adherence to customer specifications.

• Continuous Improvement: Proactively evaluate manufacturing processes for design efficiencies cycle-time reductions and quality enhancements.

• Technical Documentation: Generate clear setup sheets engineering drawings and revision-controlled design packages.

• Shop Safety Organization: Maintain a safe clean work environment and take direct ownership of tooling organization.

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or a related technical degree graduates with strong project or internship backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in 3D CAD platforms (e.g. SolidWorks Creo Fusion 360) and a solid foundation in CAM or CNC manufacturing principles required.

• Communication & Math: Strong technical writing and verbal skills for cross-functional collaboration alongside advanced mathematical and geometric reasoning for tolerance stack-ups and print evaluations required.

• Physical Demands: Regular use of hands for prototyping and computer work; ability to stand walk the production floor and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs (molds and fixtures).

Ready to bring your designs to life on the shop floor Apply today!