Description & Requirements WestRock (NYSE :WRK) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to more fiber-based packaging forward.

WestRock is a company where each of us genuinely belongs, is respected and valued, can do our best work, and where diversity, inclusion and equity are competitive advantages!

Exciting opportunity for a mechanical engineer with robotics high-speed, automated machinery experience to become part of our team at the Packaging Machinery & Automation (PM&A) facility in Orlando, FL, where packaging machinery is designed and created for our customers! 

The Opportunity:

The Mechanical Engineer - Robotics will design and develop the mechanics of packaging machinery from existing designs or accumulation of designs for optimum performance at the most economical costs.  This position is with our Packaging, Machinery & Automation Group based in Orlando, FL where you will assist to develop and control world class robotic cells and related equipment through the implementation of immerging technologies and best in class controls design practices.
 

How you will impact WestRock

Provide standard machinery designs for solving our customer's packaging needs and develop effective packaging processes.Use 3D solid modeling to design machinery mechanics from an accumulation of industry standard designs to develop innovative machinery for customer's changing needs.Responsible for accuracy of calculations in the fields of kinematics, dynamics, pneumatics and servo motion analysis required for designing automation mechanisms and equipment.Create and maintain mechanical bills of materials, in a structured format and submit to production for manufacturing on the specific equipment.Detail working drawing mechanics for economical manufacturing practices.Research purchased mechanical components for adequate sizing and selection of mechanical devices.Develop working assembly drawings for production and customer usage in component identification.Assist in cost reduction and quality improvement of the mechanical designs for our machinery.Understand customer's mechanical specifications and needs for their packaging operations. Assist technical writer in creation of machine documentation.Reports to: Mechanical Engineering Manager, Directs:  Draftsman or clerk, Indirect: Mechanics and AssemblersMaintains internal relationship with fellow employees.Maintains external relationships with Customer and their specific needs, Supplier Representatives and WestRock personnel.Measurements of Performance:Achievement of WestRock objectivesFulfilling customer machinery expectations.Effectiveness in machinery designsEffectiveness in detail drawing communicationAccuracy in machinery designs, detail drawings, and calculationsComplete and accurate bills of materialsMeeting completion times for designsEffective cost reduction designsQuality workmanship

What you need to succeed

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering - Required3 years of experience in mechanical and pneumatic designing of packaging machinery related to Robotics - RequiredProficiency in 3D modeling.Knowledge of standard drafting practices.Good understanding of manufacturing practices.Capable of construction and implementing mechanical designs.Well versed with analytical, mathematical skills, as well as verbal and written communications.

 

What we offer:

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.