Packaging Engineer

Career Area: Supply Chain and Logistics Job Description: 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. At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Packaging Engineer in Morton, IL. 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. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers. We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities –innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth. Job Summary: This position will report directly to the North America Regional Packaging Manager. This Packaging Engineer will be responsible for a wide array of projects and initiatives within the Packaging Design and Solutions (PD&S) team spanning the Enterprise and many business units globally. The PD&S team designs and develops returnable and expendable packaging for individual piece parts and bulk shipping to ensure the timely and efficient receipt and delivery of material at the lowest total cost of ownership. Proper packaging design includes part containment, protection, and optimization of transportation and other supply network functions. This engineer will spearhead projects based on opportunities uncovered personally through their own analysis, through the experience of others on the team, or identified by suppliers and customers. Additional Info: This role is located in Morton, IL and does not offer relocation This role is 1st shift This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules This role requires up to 25% domestic and international travel What You Will Do: Lead simple to complex projects across all functional areas including supply chain, purchasing, operations, manufacturing engineering, quality, and product group (design engineering, product support, NPI/NSI team) Organize and execute Wall-to-Wall facility packaging assessments to identify packaging opportunities that will reduce packaging cost, improve quality, reduce cost of poor quality, improve transportation & warehouse efficiencies, and improve lead time throughout the network. You will be responsible for developing multiyear project plan while balancing customer prioritization and Enterprise value Deploy PD&S New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Source Introduction (NSI) packaging best practices to facilities and product groups Refine the analytics and tools used to identify new or improved containerization opportunities at CAT facilities for improved pack density Record and consider detailed customer requirements, constraints, and assumptions of stakeholders in project planning for thorough and effective project execution Build team cohesiveness, leading, mentoring, training, and motivating Create packaging concepts using 3D modeling software (e.g. CREO, SolidWorks) What You Have (Required Skills): Packaging: Knowledge of packaging tools, approaches and practices; ability to package products and components safely and attractively. Effective Communications: 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. Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems. Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts. What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills): Collaborating: Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner. Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment. Bachelor of Science Degree in Packaging, Chemical, Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, Engineering Technology 5+ years of relevant job experience; in lieu of preferred degrees, a minimum of 10+ years of supply chain or operations experience with analytics background Ability to perform data query analysis (e.g. SQL, Python, SAS) Capable of working and communicating with a variety of company and supplier personnel What You Will Get: Through it all, we are one team– creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience. Summary Pay Range: $112,710.00 - $169,060.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. Benefits: Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits. Medical, dental, and vision benefits* Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)* 401(k) savings plans* Health Savings Account (HSA)* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)* Health Lifestyle Programs* Employee Assistance Program* Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts* Career Development* Incentive bonus* Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Adoption benefits Tuition Reimbursement * These benefits also apply to part-time employees This position requires working onsite five days a week. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Dates: May 27, 2026 - June 10, 2026 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community. There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.