Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Automation - Brentwood, NY

• Lead the mechanical redesign and modernization of existing packaging machinery platforms.
• Develop standardized, scalable machine architectures that improve flexibility, reliability, and maintainability.
• Design innovative mechanical systems including motion mechanisms, sealing systems, product handling equipment, and automation components.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models, production drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Perform engineering calculations, tolerance analyses, and material selection for demanding sanitary manufacturing environments.
• Champion hygienic design principles, ensuring equipment meets food production and washdown requirements.
• Collaborate with controls, automation, manufacturing, quality, and service teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Lead prototype development, machine testing, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct root cause investigations and implement engineering solutions that improve machine performance.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering standards, best practices, and technical leadership initiatives.

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MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.