Packaging Engineer

Caterpillar; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Packaging Engineer in Morton, IL to design and implement packaging solutions for aftermarket parts, ensuring safe distribution and cost efficiency. You will collaborate with suppliers, operations, procurement, logistics and product teams to improve customer experience and supply chain performance.

This role requires hands-on packaging design, validation, and inventory planning, with travel up to 10%. It is an on-site role (five days a week) with no remote option.

Qualifications

• Accuracy and attention to detail are essential for packaging design and validation.
• Analytical thinking helps identify root causes and optimize packaging processes.
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to drive packaging initiatives.
• Decision making and critical thinking to balance cost, quality and supply chain needs.
• Effective communications to transmit requirements clearly across teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement packaging solutions that protect aftermarket parts throughout storage, transportation, and distribution.
• Lead packaging validation activities, including distribution, compression, environmental, and performance testing.
• Support packaging design changes and improvements based on business and operational needs.
• Plan and monitor packaging material inventory to support availability and business demand.
• Coordinate with suppliers on packaging quality, material availability, and shipping performance.
• Monitor supplier performance and address quality or delivery concerns as needed.
• Partner with internal teams, suppliers, and warehouse providers to support the effective flow of packaging materials.
• Balance packaging design requirements with inventory, supplier, and warehouse considerations.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Thinking

Collaborating

Decision Making

Effective Communications

Education

Packaging-related degree

Job description

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.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who care not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future work 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.

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. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence.

As a Packaging Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing packaging solutions that ensure the safe, efficient, and cost‑effective distribution of aftermarket parts. Collaborates across packaging suppliers, operations, procurement, logistics, and product teams to improve customer experience, sustainability, quality, and supply chain performance.

Additional Information:

This role is located in Morton, IL and does not offer relocation.

This role is 1st shift, Monday - Friday.

This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules.

This role requires up to 10% domestic travel.

What You Will Do:

• Design, develop, and implement packaging solutions that protect aftermarket parts throughout storage, transportation, and distribution.
• Lead packaging validation activities, including distribution, compression, environmental, and performance testing.
• Support packaging design changes and improvements based on business and operational needs.
• Plan and monitor packaging material inventory to support availability and business demand.
• Coordinate with suppliers on packaging quality, material availability, and shipping performance.
• Monitor supplier performance and address quality or delivery concerns as needed.
• Partner with internal teams, suppliers, and warehouse providers to support the effective flow of packaging materials.
• Balance packaging design requirements with inventory, supplier, and warehouse considerations.

What You Have (Basic Requirements):

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

What Will Set You Apart (Top Candidates Will Have):

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Previous packaging experience or a degree related to packaging
• Experience in supply chain or logistics
• Knowledge of forecasting, inventory management, and material availability
• Experience using digital tools and technology to analyze data, automate processes, and support decision‑making

What You Will Get:

This is Caterpillar - creating and delivering world‑class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about The Caterpillar Experience and why It's More Than a Job, it's a Career at Caterpillar.

Learn more about what happens inside Caterpillar's Product Support & Logistics Division (PSLD).

About Caterpillar:

Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced‑carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 - $133,810.00

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:

October 5, 2026 - October 16, 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.