Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

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.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Elgin, IL Full-Time

Build the Machines That Power the Future

Are you a seasoned mechanical engineer who loves designing industrial equipment from the ground up? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where your ideas become real-world solutions? At Pregis, we're looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the development of heavy-duty machinery that drives innovation in packaging and automation.

This is a hands-on, full-cycle design role - from concept and CAD modeling to prototyping, testing, and launch. You'll collaborate across engineering, operations, and field service teams to deliver high-performance, cost-effective equipment that meets the demands of modern manufacturing.

What You'll Do

• Lead the design, development, and launch of custom industrial equipment using AutoCAD Inventor and SolidWorks
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing effectively to align with company strategy
• Collaborate with customers, product managers, vendors, and internal teams to define requirements and translate them into robust mechanical solutions
• Create detailed drawings, BOMs, and specifications for new parts and assemblies
• Prototype and test mechanical systems to ensure safety, durability, and performance
• Support field technicians and troubleshoot equipment issues post-launch
• Drive value engineering initiatives and manage engineering changes throughout the product lifecycle
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and integrate them into future product platforms

What You Bring

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Why Join Us?

Compensation & Perks

Ready to design what's next? Apply now and bring your mechanical expertise to Pregis.

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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.

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