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Mechanical Project Engineer

PCA
Counce, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/6/2026

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company.  Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds.  Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence.  We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers.  Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People • Customers • Trust

 

 

Mechanical Project Engineer – Counce Mill

 

The purpose of this position is to...provide mechanical engineering support so that mill goals are met or exceeded. 

  • Plan, develop, coordinate and direct mechanical engineering projects to a successful completion including meeting the monetary budget.
  • Implement projects such that desired results are achieved.
  • Adhere to mill safety regulations and promote safety in the performance of job functions.
  • Install projects for ease of maintenance and operations.  Provide necessary documentation and recommended spare parts.
  • Ensure that adequate training is provided.
  • Participate and contribute to mill improvement projects.
  • Secure and direct the services of outside consultants when required.

 

Position Requirements:

B. S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Minimum of 5 years experience, preferably in the paper industry

 

PCA provides a competitive comprehensive benefits package.

 

 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

 

  • Starting salary range for position: $95,000 to $125,000
  • Paid Vacation: Three (3) weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year. 
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
  • Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.
  • Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

 

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.

 

Salary : $95,000 - $125,000

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