Assembly Innovation Engineer

About Silgan Dispensing:

Silgan Dispensing is a global manufacturer of packaging solutions that help brands enhance lives. Our broad portfolio of trigger sprayers, pumps, fine mist sprayers, and closures are used by iconic brands for personal care, beauty, fragrance, home, garden, and healthcare markets.

Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, the Silgan Dispensing team includes approximately 6,000 employees across North America, South America, Asia, and Europe. We are proud to have created a diverse workforce that is innovative, sustainably focused, respectful, inclusive, driven to excel and customer-oriented - held together by the belief that we are best when we work as One Team.

Our culture of engagement, collaboration and accountability is what enables us to be the dispensing partner brands rely on to grow their business.

About the Position:

Silgan Dispensing Systems is seeking a results-driven and innovative Assembly Innovation Engineer to join our forward-thinking engineering team. This role plays a critical part in advancing our assembly operations through the development and implementation of automation technologies and process enhancements. The ideal candidate will lead initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance assembly solutions that support the production of industry-leading dispensing systems.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Research, evaluate, quote, and implement new assembly technologies and methodologies for innovative product launches.
• Design and develop automated assembly systems, including robotic and control system integration, to improve throughput and consistency.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives within existing assembly processes and workflows.
• Create detailed assembly documentation such as work instructions, process flow diagrams, and equipment specifications.
• Design and develop assembly fixtures, tooling, and equipment for proof of concept and production use.
• Utilize CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) to create models for assembly components and systems.
• Manage assembly innovation projects from concept through implementation, meeting timelines, budgets, and quality targets.
• Collaborate with product development, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to achieve project goals.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for potential assembly solutions.
• Analyze and resolve assembly-related issues including equipment malfunctions, quality concerns, and bottlenecks.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Provide technical support and training to manufacturing teams on assembly processes and equipment.

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of assembly processes, tooling, and project documentation.
• Prepare and present technical reports to communicate progress, results, and findings.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-6 years of experience in assembly process engineering or a related manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing automated assembly systems.
• Experience with robotic integration and automation technologies is highly desirable.
• Experience utilizing CAD software (Solidworks, Inventor, Autocad, etc.)
• Strong understanding of assembly processes, tooling, and equipment.
• Experience in design of mechanical equipment with emphasis on mechanisms, pneumatics, conveyors, robotics, servos and control systems.
• Good understanding of the use and function of control systems such as sensors, valves, PLC's and HMI's.
• Good understanding of machining and fabrication practices and abilities.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles is a plus.

Attributes:

• Highly motivated and results-oriented.
• Creative and innovative thinker.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.