Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Avery Dennison is looking for a qualified professional to step into the role of Senior Mechanical Engineer within our Hardware Development team. In this position, the selected individual will combine high-level individual design contributions with technical domain leadership for the mechanical engineering discipline—guiding mechanical architecture, mentoring junior peers, and enforcing mechanical engineering best practices across projects. Operating within both formal and informal cross-functional teams, this professional will drive the design and development of novel products, including portable and industrial thermal barcode printers, RFID solutions, wireless applications, accessories, and services while successfully managing critical milestones to align with top-line growth objectives.

In this onsite role at our Miamisburg, OH facility, your key responsibilities will be:

• End-to-End Product Lifecycle & Documentation: Lead the end-to-end design, analysis, and validation of new mechanical products and sub-assemblies from initial concept through to mass production on-site at our Miamisburg, OH facility, while taking full ownership of flawless manufacturing data package delivery and assembly drawing creation.

• Team Guidance, Mentorship & Milestones: Provide daily technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to less-experienced mechanical engineers to elevate technical capabilities, foster a strong team environment, and balance individual and mechanical team milestones across several concurrent projects.

• Technical Excellence & Best Practices: Drive technical excellence within the discipline by establishing, maintaining, and applying mechanical engineering best practices, latest innovations, and machine shop manufacturing knowledge to all designs while providing technical recommendations for mechanical capital equipment purchases.

• Architecture Planning & Review Leadership: Steer critical technical sessions, actively contributing during conceptual design and mechanical architecture planning sessions while owning the mechanical review process by leading robust design reviews to ensure outputs meet functional, economic, and specified requirements.

• Simulations, Problem Solving & Communication: Oversee complex mechanical simulations (including Thermal Flow, Strain/Stress, FEA, and Torque analysis), champion methodical problem solving using structured approaches (mental models, DOE, test tools), and effectively communicate project status, architectural decisions, and risks to cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Education & Core Experience: A university or higher education degree in Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor’s degree minimum required) paired with a minimum of 9 years of professional experience, showcasing a proven track record of acting as a technical subject matter expert, lead engineer, or technical mentor to peer colleagues.

• 3D Modeling & Domain Applications: Advanced mechanical design and 3D modeling experience with Solidworks or a similar tool (Pro/E experience considered a plus), with highly beneficial experience in high-volume product design, thermal printer mechanisms, paper handling systems, or related dispensing equipment.

• Injection Molding & Manufacturing Documentation: Deep experience designing parts destined for injection molding alongside high proficiency in recommending/selecting materials for plastic designs, backed by expertise in drawing creation for assemblies and details utilizing a comprehensive understanding of exact dimensions and tolerances.

• Technical Creativity & Motivation: Technically creative with a deep understanding of mechanical functions to provide robust, high-performance, and economical solutions, combined with strong self-motivation to independently initiate and implement tasks, strategies, and techniques to increase productivity and profitability.

• Communication, Influence & Mobility: Excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrating a proven ability to independently solve complex problems, influence technical direction, lead technical colleagues, and accommodate occasional travel requirements.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• True Innovation: We are the market leaders in our space. You’ll be working on cutting-edge, highly visible products that impact global supply chains and retail environments.

• The Best of Both Worlds: Enjoy the stability of an established market leader combined with the energy, speed, and excitement of a fast-paced prototyping environment.

• True Cross-Functional Collaboration: No silos here. You will work directly with mechanical and electrical innovators who share your passion for hardware.

• Miamisburg Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule that balances collaborative, hands-on lab time in Miamisburg, Ohio, with the focus and convenience of remote work.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.

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Pre-employment Screening Notice:

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. 

Company Description

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance options to safeguard the health of you and your dependents.

• 401(k) Retirement Savings: A robust 401(k) savings plan featuring a competitive company matching contribution to assist with your long-term financial security.

• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off allocation, including standard annual vacation days, floating holidays, and sick leave.

• Holistic Wellness Support: Access to corporate wellness incentives, mental health resources, and employee assistance programs.