Packaging Engineer I

Rheem; Montgomery (AL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Rheem North America in Montgomery, AL (Hybrid) is seeking a Packaging Engineer to lead packaging development and testing for water heater products, driving cost reductions and improving supply chain effectiveness.

You will collaborate with development teams on transport‑friendly packaging design, transit‑capable products, and supply chain characterization, and participate in cross‑functional reviews to assess packaging performance.

Job description

The Packaging Engineer will be responsible for packaging development and testing for new products, cost reductions and support of supply chain effectiveness for Rheem’s Water Heater Products. This role will engage among development teams in design for product transport, design of transit capable product packaging, and supply chain characterization. The position will also facilitate periodic cross-functional reviews for product packaging effectiveness, workflow planning, and opportunities assessments related to product delivery.

This position will serve our Rheem North America Division, located in Montgomery, AL or Fort Smith, AR (Hybrid). This role follows our hybrid work arrangement, with team members working in the office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays. Relocation assistance is available.

The selected candidate should be prepared for the possibility of 10% travel to engage with suppliers and manufacturing sites aligning with strategic business requirements.