Mechanical Design Engineer

Full Time
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Posted
Job description
We're Not Just in the Packaging Business–We're in the "Wow" Business

Pregis is Hiring!

Why Join Pregis?

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.

Summary of Job

  • Balance multiple projects concurrently using prioritization skills to effectively execute company strategy.
  • Work with customers, engineering team, vendors, product managers to identify needs and translate into products and/or processes, effectively meeting requirements for safety, performance, durability, and cost.
  • Perform full lifecycle equipment development including design, development, prototyping, manufacture, and launch. Work according to a stage gate for engineering projects including new products. Communication of development updates and results to stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to further develop equipment.
  • Interface with field technicians to support ongoing equipment issues. Work closely with internal and external equipment builders related to BOM, running engineering changes, and value engineering initiatives.
  • Stay current with new and future technologies and software relevant to the existing platform and projected product direction. Advanced knowledge in beta testing, product selection, evaluating and choosing optimized technology to meet our future needs.
  • Designs, develops, prototypes, and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery.
  • Develops specifications for new parts or prototypes. Identifies appropriate materials and processes to ensure the quality, performance, and manufacturability of products. Uses CAD software and other design and modeling tools to develop and improve parts and products. Conducts analysis and tests to determine weaknesses and failures in prototypes or machinery.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities

  • 7+ years’ experience in an equipment design and build role.
  • Ability to showcase an array of equipment designed and taken to production that was accomplished by the ME.
  • Balance multiple projects concurrently using prioritization skills to effectively execute company strategy and priority.
  • Ability to develop project scope by collaborating with customers, sales, NPD, engineering team, vendors, product managers to identify needs and translate into products and/or processes.
  • During design, build and manufacturing effectively meet requirements for safety, performance, durability, and cost.
Competency (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)
  • Experience with Equipment design, part design, drawing creation, tolerance analysis, FMEA, et.
  • Ability to work hands-on with projects in a research and development environment.
  • Problem solving mentality with ability to think creatively to troubleshoot machine issues, design constraints, and other roadblocks.
  • Familiarity with SolidWorks
  • Experience with firmware, software & electro-mechanical components is a plus.
  • Must be detail orientated, have strong organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize.
  • An initiative-taker with excellent communication skills.
  • Must have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to partner with internal customers.
  • Project Management experience is a plus.
Environment

  • Exposure to moving equipment.
  • Inside work
  • Heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Humidity may exceed 80%
  • Noise may exceed 85dB+
Physical Characteristics

  • Frequent standing, stooping, squatting, up to 75%
  • Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling (up to X lbs)
  • Occasional typing/keyboarding/preparing documents.
Position Type
  • Full time
Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis’ culture and achievements.

Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.

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