Sr. Project Engineer - Films & Converting

🔧 Sr. Project Engineer – Films & Converting
📍 Sussex, WI | Onsite | ~30% Travel

Ready to design the future of converting manufacturing?

Pregis is looking for a Sr. Project Engineer to lead the development of next‑generation converting equipment for our Automated Mailing & Bagging business. This is a high-impact role where engineering leadership meets hands-on innovation—from concept through full-scale manufacturing.

Why You’ll Love This Role
Own the design and delivery of custom converting equipment that drives real production results
Influence the next generation of machine design, controls, and automation
Play a dual role as Project Engineer and Project Manager
Collaborate closely with NPD, Process Engineering, and Materials teams
Standardize, optimize, and modernize converting platforms across the business

What You’ll Do
Lead end-to-end equipment design, engineering, and implementation
Remove converting bottlenecks and improve safety, performance, and repeatability
Manage vendors from design through FAT and integration
Drive engineering change processes and technology testing
Support new product development, material trials, and scale-up

What You Bring
7+ years in converting, web handling, automation, or flexible packaging equipment
BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Strong expertise in machine design, controls (PLC/HMI/SCADA), and automation
Proficiency in SolidWorks (including structural & motion analysis)
Experience taking equipment from concept to production
A hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced manufacturing environments

If you’re energized by complex machinery, advanced automation, and seeing your designs come to life on the plant floor—we want to talk to you.

👉 Apply today and help shape what’s next at Pregis.
Learn more at www.pregis.com.
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