Mechanical Engineer

Company Overview

Placon Corporation, based in Madison, WI, is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative thermoformed and injection

molded plastic packaging products. With a commitment to quality and sustainability since 1966, we serve the medical device,

food, and retail markets with custom-designed solutions that prioritize the end-user.

Position Overview

The Mechanical Engineer plays a vital role in supporting plant operations through mechanical systems design, capital

equipment improvements, and manufacturing process optimization. This hands-on, plant-based role works closely with

production, maintenance, and engineering teams to troubleshoot equipment issues, manage projects, and enhance

manufacturing reliability and efficiency. The ideal candidate brings a proactive, solution-oriented mindset with experience in

industrial manufacturing environments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Mechanical Design & Plant Engineering

• Design and implement mechanical systems for equipment installations, modifications, and facility upgrades.
• Create and maintain accurate mechanical drawings and documentation using SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Specify mechanical components and lead integration of new systems into existing production environments.
• Manage and execute capital equipment projects from concept to completion.

Troubleshooting & Equipment Support

systems.

performance.

Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Support

Compliance & Documentation

Qualifications

Education & Experience

system support.

Technical Expertise

Desired Skills

Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).

Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non-immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.

Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.