Application Engineer

ABOUT YOUR ROLE
Avery Dennison is a global leader in pressure-sensitive adhesives and materials, labels, tags, retail systems and specialty chemicals. The Fastener Solutions Division of Avery Dennison is a worldwide manufacturer of plastic fastening systems used in the automotive, apparel, retail, industrial and packaging industries. Our three-shift injection molding and extrusion operation is located in Fitchburg, MA. The Fastener Solutions Division is ISO/TS 16949 certified.

The successful candidate will be a major contributor to our Research and Development Team while supporting the commercial and operations team on existing product offerings. We are seeking an individual with strong design experience who can create precision plastic components, test fixtures, electro and pneumatic mechanisms and machinery.. Experience in rapid prototyping processes as well as in the use of solid modeling computer aided design software is required.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
Activities may include, but are not limited to:
Application and Technical Support for existing product lines
Collaborate with Operations & Quality functions to ensure quality standards of high volume manufacturing
Assist in all aspects of the NPD process for seamless handoff to production
Cost and quote on custom injection molded products
Design, analyze, prototype, and qualify new products through project development process
Support multiple product development projects simultaneously, while meeting deadlines for deliverables
Diagnose/solve customer problems related to existing and new product testing and deployment
Supports business process management methodologies such as ISO9001/IATF16949.
Identify/manage external resources for design, development, & prototyping
Help to identify, qualify, and develop high quality suppliers

Requirements

3-7 years experience in the engineering design of plastic components, mechanisms, and fixturing
Understanding of injection molded plastic materials and properties
Engineering Changes (ECO) experience
Solid modeling proficiency (Preferably SolidWorks)
Injection molding tooling and process comprehension
Experience in lab equipment (ie. Vision systems, 3d printers, and force testers)
Proven communication, problem solving, listening, and negotiation skills
ISO/TS-16949 (IATF) design control experiences a plus
Proficient in spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software (Google-based)
Lean Sigma experiences a plus
Ability to travel (10%) on a global basis
Bachelor's degree (BS) in Mechanical Engineering, Plastic Design or a related field required. Masters degree preferred.