Packaging Engineer
Core
Design and develop packaging solutions to protect finished painted components and ensure transport efficiency for Caterpillar parts and machines.
Role type
Packaging Engineer
Builds
Packaging specifications, containerization solutions, and kitting processes for global supply chain.
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Packaging / Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering background, Creo design software, Pack Assistant, EPSA, project management, 3D modeling, containerization analysis, cost analysis, pilot validation, supplier requirement management, ergonomic considerations.
Preferred skills
Green Belt certification, experience with new product introductions, simulation for returnable quantities.
Technologies
Creo, Pack Assistant, EPSA
Responsibilities
Address packaging issues for safety of transportation, establish packaging specifications for new products, perform cost analysis on packaging processes, lead low risk Green Belt projects, validate new packaging during pilot phase, coordinate storage and ergonomic considerations, resolve safety and quality issues, develop kitting packaging, audit conformance to packaging specifications, create packaging concepts using 3D modeling software.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC