Test Engineer

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the "Wow" Business

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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.

General Scope of Job

Pregis Systems New Product Development (NPD), based in Aurora, IL, is seeking a talented Test Engineer to lead test engineering efforts across a broad range of system platforms (equipment and consumables). The Test Engineer will be responsible for managing test resources, writing test plans, and execution of tests. The Test Engineer will also have responsibility over execution of consumable qualifications and specifications. This role will report to the Manager of Mechanical Engineering for Systems NPD and interface with Design Engineers and Engineering Directors.

Responsibilities

• Develop & execute formalized test plans as needed on machinery, packaging consumables, and software.
• Ability to translate customer use cases into effective test plans - capturing common uses cases as well as corner points as appropriate.
• Assemble and prepare equipment for testing.
• Clear documentation and communication of test results.
• Contribute to making test protocols more efficient and effective.
• Manage test intake log. Perform and/or delegate testing to alternate resources (temp labor) as appropriate.
• Prioritize testing - clearly communicating status and timing to key stakeholders.
• Maintain product specifications in Pregis Enterprise Spec Management system
• Ability to help with various tasks in the lab - organization of work areas on regular basis.
• Troubleshooting/ diagnosing of equipment - ability to provide peers (other engineers) suggestions on failure modes and ways to improve - a plus!
• Ability to design test fixtures (SolidWorks using in-house 3D printing, prototype machining, etc.) - a plus!
• Make minor modifications to equipment on basic shop tools (drill press, mill, band saw, etc.) as well as fabricate wire harnesses, assemble control boxes - a plus!

Experience/ Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) OR Associates degree in technical field (mechanically related preferred).
• 0-1 years' experience working in Product Development environment required (1-3 for Associates degree).
• Ability to analyze data, extract trends, and draw conclusions.
• Working knowledge and ability apply basic statistics.
• Experience with DFMEA & DVP&R.
• Experience and familiarity with formal DOE a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel - working knowledge of additional software packages like Minitab a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, presentation and organizational skillset required.

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Pregis' total compensation package. The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $70,000 to $83,000 for this salaried exempt role.

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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