Klöckner Pentaplast · 2 hours ago
Technical Engineer
CHV - Charlottesville, Virginia
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelKlöckner Pentaplast is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The Technical Engineer will be responsible for planning and execution of tool design, CNC machining and related modeling work, supporting innovation and product development by designing tooling for thermoforming and running thermoforming trials as needed.
ManufacturingPackaging ServicesPlastics and Rubber ManufacturingRecycling
Responsibilities
Understand customer requirements for tool build and tool sets and design tooling for in house thermoforming machine as per customer specifications
Collaborate with innovation engineers, product line management, and commercial teams to translate customer needs into technical solutions
Perform finite element analysis as needed and create blister cavity and card design using 3D modeling
Recommend optimized tool design to increase barrier efficiency for customer’s molecule packaging
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot CNC machines and auxiliary equipment used to generale tool path
Support innovation engineers on work packages as part of the overall innovation project
Maintain inventory of cutting tools
Contribute to and support blister pro services by performing simulation analysis
Create analytical reports for internal and external stakeholders
Produce technical drawings of tool components and maintain tool file directory
Support customer visits and technical discussions acting as a key technical contact
Analyze trial data, document results, and prepare technical reports and presentations
Ensure safe operation and compliance with internal standards and procedures
Support training and onboarding of new colleagues
Work in conjunction with i.center partners on overall drug stability projects
Support i-center direct and indirect revenue generation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering/Tool Engineering/Design Engineering
Solid understanding of CAD/CAM, Tool path generation, tool design and simulation software
Reading and interpreting technical drawings including GD&T
Hand on proficiency in mechanical design principals (fits, tolerancing, material selection)
Hand on machining & tool building experience (manual & automated machining)
Proficiency in 3D modelling programs (e.g. Solidworks, Rhinoceros, T-Sim etc.)
Strong organizational ability & ability to assess resource requirements (time, materials, etc.)
Good project management, report writing and documentation skills a must
Hands-on experience with various tool design and simulation software such as solid works, T-sim, CAD/CAM
Hands on experience working on CNC machines and developing various tooling
Hands on experience using various instruments such as tensile tester, impact tester, rapid prototyping software
Proficient in Microsoft Office – Ability to Enter and Interpret Data in Excel and write project reports in Word
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to independently engage with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders
Self-motivated, proactive, and solution-oriented
Comfortable working in a dynamic, hands-on environment
Strategic thinking and a good understanding of business and customer needs
Willingness to travel occasionally for customer support or training
Preferred
Technical apprenticeship with several years of relevant experience is a plus
Understanding of regulatory and ISO/EU systems a plus
Background in Pharma/Medical Device Packaging a plus
Company
Klöckner Pentaplast
Klöckner Pentaplast is a manufacturer of plastic films and packaging for food, pharmaceutical, health, and durable products.
Founded in 1965
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$247.83M2025-11-04Debt Financing· $247.83M
2012-08-07Acquired
Leadership Team
Scott Tracey
Board Member
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