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Mechanical Project Engineer II

Greif


Job Location:

Alsip, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 103900 - 176800
Posted: 2 September 2026 (2 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 30 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted innovative and tailored solutions that support some of the worlds most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service operational excellence and global sustainability Greif packages lifes essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues customers and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the companys Customized Polymer Sustainable Fiber Durable Metal and Integrated Solutions at and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

OUR VISION:

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

OUR PURPOSE:

Creating packaging solutions for lifes essentials.

Job Requisition #:

035276 Mechanical Project Engineer II (Open)

Job Description:

Reporting to the Regional Engineering Manager this role will be responsible for supporting creative engineering solutions to production process issues through the modification and improvement of existing equipment and subcomponents or the design and development of new products. Utilize Engineering background to lead projects develop and implement equipment or process improvements and other engineering functions within the assigned region. Position requires a balance between of hands-on and analytical engineering skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manages the development and execution of several concurrent medium complexity (2 MUSD) projects including scope development requirements specifications schedule estimating cost and tracking budget and resources. Plans other technical activities relating to the project to ensure safety regulatory and policy requirements are met.
  • Designs and develops basic mechanical layouts while taking in consideration specifics to new products or manufacturing process requirements. Suggests improvements to existing equipment or processes.
  • Defines and drafts project technical requirements specification to aid the acquisition of assets and services. Develop all project related documentation and hand over packages
  • develops projects which optimizes manufacturing processes including process control set-up changeover automation die development new equipment selections and lean manufacturing workflow improvements to enhance productivity cost efficiency reliability and safety.
  • Participates with the internal EH&S resources to identify implement equipment safety standards risks and procedures. Supports equipment safety upgrades as needed in the plant network. Supports commitment-based safety. Promotes use of all PPE by employees ensuring guards and safety features are working and good daily safety practices and habits.
  • Interfaces and coordinates internal and external stakeholders discusses proposals solutions and manages projects execution to scope.
  • Provide technical consultation to plant maintenance groups pertaining to installation trouble shooting process control and repair of equipment.
  • Can be sent to a facility with minimal guidance establish and implement robust improvement plans.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

  • Typically possesses Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering Preferred)
  • Advanced degree a plus
  • 5-7 years of Project Engineering in manufacturing environment with practical expertise in mechanical electrical engineering.
  • Mechanical engineering knowledge and its application mechanical hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and component design
  • Hands-on experience with set-up troubleshooting changeover automation and die optimization
  • Experience with new product development design trials and material selection
  • Basic electrical experience as is relating to control of mechanical hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Knowledge and Skills

  • Related background and experience in project engineering and management (planning prioritization and implementation). Experience leading medium projects. Project examples include new equipment machine rebuilds process upgrades and automation cell design and complete manufacturing line install.
  • Experience with developing detailed plans to improve plant reliability robustness and profitability.
  • Ability to learn and develop Greif internal process and product requirements knowledge support trials and suggest material selection
  • Ability to understanding and follow electrical diagrams
  • Good knowledge of electrical components instrumentation and their application to mechanical hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  • Ability to follow controls programing logic as it pertains to the manufacturing processes
  • Fundamental knowledge of electrical codes
  • Good communication skills for creating delivering project ideas and solutions and foster a positive relationship
  • Good understanding of OSHA all regulatory compliances and industrial safety practices
  • Good understanding of financial details related to ROI NPV
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and 3D
  • Advanced Use of Microsoft office tools MS project Smartsheets
  • Spanish speaking is a plus
  • Extensive travel required

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At Greif we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive be engaged and reach your full potential.

Compensation Range:

The pay range for this position is $103900.00 - $176800.00 annually. Typically a competitive wage for new hires will fall between105000.00 to140000.00 annually. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge skills experience and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement:

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive core benefits paid time off and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at . All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @ email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif.

EEO Statement:

offer a competitive salary excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex race religion age national origin color disability veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greifs Equal Opportunity Policy.


Required Experience:

IC


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