Packaging Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.•Morton, IL

4d•$89,210 - $133,810•Onsite

About The Position

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who care not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future work builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence. As a Packaging Engineer, you will maintain packaging design standards, training and mentoring packaging engineers throughout Caterpillar, and providing packaging designs and specifications for various manufacturing sites throughout North America Additional Information: This role is located in Morton IL and does not offer relocation. This role is 1st shift, Monday – Friday. This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules This role requires up to 25% domestic travel

Requirements

Collaborating: Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts.
Packaging: Knowledge of packaging tools, approaches and practices; ability to package products and components safely and attractively.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Packaging, Engineering, or other technical degree and/or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience in packaging engineering
An understanding of the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques; ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner.

Responsibilities

Maintain and publish packaging design standards documents
Coordinate onboarding and training of new packaging engineers
Support various packaging engineering efforts at a variety of Caterpillar manufacturing facilities that don’t have onsite packaging engineers.
Establish packaging and processing specifications at the part number level for new product introductions, cost savings, or other improvement opportunities.
Communicate with facilities on packaging options that incorporate the entire value chain.
Perform cost analysis on packaging options and recommend changes where appropriate.
Validate new packaging and containers during pilot phase by auditing to the packaging specification.
Resolve safety and / or quality issues caused by current packaging
Develop, communicate and maintain supplier packaging requirements
Create packaging concepts using 3D modeling software