Project Engineer

*This position does not qualify for international relocation. All candidates must be authorized to work in the US and not require sponsorship.

Who they are

The company uses insights, design, engineering, and science to create innovative packaging technologies that build brand value for their customers, making a meaningful difference in the lives, looks, health, and homes of people around the world. Every day, they create "a-ha moments" for their customers and their consumers and patients by continually bringing innovations to market that convert non-dispensing packaging into breakthrough product-dispensing systems. This includes technologies that give people more effective ways to put on their favorite fragrance, kids the opportunity to pour ketchup without making a mess, and patients connected technologies that help them more easily adhere to treatment. They have manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, Asia, and South America and over 13,000 dedicated employees in some 20 countries.

You should work here because they:

• Attract and develop high-performing people.
• Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Allow for failure by enabling people to make mistakes through an open and trusting environment.
• Invest in the development of employees through local, regional, and global career opportunities.
• Contribute to the communities where they reside.

What's new

They have an exciting position open for a Project Engineer in their Cary, IL location. The Project Engineer's role is an integral part of the Project Execution and Continuous Improvement process while working cross-functionally among departments and sites. This unique role crosses over technology verticals such as molding, automation, and product development. As a member of the Engineering and Industrialization team, the Project Engineer's primary responsibility is to lead, drive, and manage all applicable engineering and technical aspects associated with Capital Projects, Continuous Improvement Projects, material changes for sustainability, and dual sourcing of equipment/materials to improve their speed to market. This process requires the position to apply all internal standards, procedures, and activities necessary for effective and efficient execution.

This is how your journey begins:

• Lead and participate in executing engineering change orders to project scope in equipment and materials (i.e., alternate production materials and recycled materials).
• Drive sampling, validation, and production release of engineering change orders.
• Support rapid prototyping and pilot mold process and functional development.
• Assist in development of quotations for new market opportunities and work with suppliers of injection molds, automation, and support equipment as needed.
• Seek and develop new technology advancements that will help gain a competitive edge.
• Initiate and improve project engineering processes across multiple technical disciplines, while adhering to ISO standards and procedures.
• Provide technical support to Manufacturing and Quality as it relates to their Project Portfolio.
• Coordinate, manage, and supervise the delivery and sampling of new cells (molds, EOT, robotics, and assembly equipment).
• Support the Stage Gate process to ensure Stage Gate progression and proper documentation of deliverables and specifications.
• Participate and contribute to concept development and design iterations for molds and automation.

What you will bring on the journey:

• Education: BSME, BSIE, or a Bachelor Degree in Polymers, Plastics, Rigid Packaging, or similar area of expertise.
• Experience: 3-5 years of manufacturing industry experience. Fundamental understanding of statistics & application. Experience in Data Analytics and tools to present data results and trends.
• Travel: Domestic up to 30% and sometimes at short notice. International travel a possibility.

What they offer:

• An exciting, diverse, and value-based working environment.
• Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
• Contribute to the communities where they reside.
• Innovative benefits plan which includes: 401k & Retirement Savings plan, vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet insurance, wellness plan, and generous paid maternity/paternity leave.