Packaging Engineer

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. The Role Xylem is seeking a Packaging Engineer to join our manufacturing team in Morton Grove, Illinois. In this role, you'll lead the development, standardization, and continuous improvement of packaging solutions for industrial pumps and related products, ensuring they arrive safely, efficiently, and sustainably to customers around the world. If you enjoy combining engineering, project management, process improvement, and sustainability initiatives, this is an excellent opportunity to make a measurable impact. What You'll Do: Design and standardize packaging solutions for Make-to-Stock (MTS), Configure-to-Order (CTO), and Engineer-to-Order (ETO) products. Develop packaging specifications, work instructions, SOPs, and packaging standards. Design pallets, crates, skids, and protective packaging for industrial pumps and components. Lead packaging improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost reduction, and operational efficiency. Partner with suppliers to develop innovative packaging solutions and improve material performance. Investigate shipping damage, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions. Ensure packaging meets customer requirements, transportation regulations, export requirements, and industry standards. Drive sustainability efforts through material optimization and waste reduction programs. Lead cross-functional projects involving Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Customer Service. Develop training programs and provide technical guidance to manufacturing and shipping teams. What You'll Bring: Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field. 2-5 years of packaging engineering experience in industrial manufacturing, heavy equipment, pumps, machinery, motors, or related industries. Experience designing packaging solutions for products ranging from small components to large industrial equipment. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements. Knowledge of packaging materials including corrugated packaging, wood crating, pallets, foams, and protective packaging systems. Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement methodologies. Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and manufacturing processes. Strong project management, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification. Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) certification. Experience with export packaging, international shipments, and transportation regulations. Knowledge of SolidWorks or other 3D CAD software. Experience in Engineer-to-Order (ETO) manufacturing environments. Experience in a union manufacturing environment. Experience with Value Stream Mapping and Lean transformation initiatives. The estimated salary range for this position is $85k to $90k base plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range.  At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement. #LI-JO2 Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment. Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation