Engineer I

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.Consider applying here, if you want to: Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact. Develop lasting relationships with great people. Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.Engineer I - ResinsThe Engineer I will support resin-related projects with a focus on qualification and validation of virgin PET (vPET), High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), and recycled PET (rPET) materials. This role applies standard engineering techniques to design, analyze, test, and improve packaging components and systems. The Engineer I will collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure resin performance meets Niagara’s quality, safety, and efficiency standards.Essential FunctionsConduct qualification trials for new resins (vPET, HDPE, rPET) and suppliers to ensure compliance with specifications and performance requirements.Develop and maintain resin-related packaging specifications, test methods, and SOPs.Perform material validations for new products and production lines, ensuring capability and conformance.Analyze resin properties (e.g., IV, crystallinity, melt flow) and assess impact on bottle performance and line efficiency.Provide technical support during plant trials and collaborate with operations to optimize resin usage.Audit production lines to identify opportunities for improvement in resin handling, drying processes, and application.Prepare detailed reports and presentations summarizing trial results, recommendations, and next steps.Travel up to 50% to conduct on-site resin trials and audits at Niagara plants.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsBasic knowledge of polymer science and resin processing0+ years of experience in packaging, resin development, or injection/blow molding environmentsPreferred Qualifications:2+ years of experience in packaging, resin development, or injection/blow molding environments.Familiarity with PET and HDPE resin properties, drying systems, and colorant integration.Experience with rPET implementation and sustainability initiatives.CompetenciesThe Engineer I is expected to demonstrate:Resin Qualification: Execute trials for vPET, HDPE, and rPET to validate performance and supplier capability.Process Optimization: Support improvements in drying, dosing, and blending processes for resin applications.Sustainability: Assist in rPET integration projects to meet environmental and regulatory requirements.Ability to work under direct supervision while handling basic technical issues.Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook).This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:Lead Like an OwnerMakes safety the number one priorityKeeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediatelyEffectively prioritizes tasks based on department goalsShows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directlyPrioritizes resolution of customer issues effectivelyResponds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customersInnovACTMakes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or productsDemonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstancesIncreases performance through greater efficiencyFind a WaySeeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other expertsUnderstands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actionsSeeks solutions rather than placing blameEmpowered to be GreatConsistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunitiesCommunicates clearly and promptly up, down, and acrossCommunicates effectively to manage expectationsEducationMinimum Required: Bachelor's Degree in or other related fieldPreferred: Master's Degree in or other related fieldTypical Compensation RangePay Rate Type: Salary$82,011.54 - $118,916.74 / YearlyBenefitsOur Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation timePaid parental and caregiver leavesMedical, including virtual care optionsDentalVision401(k) with company matchHealth Savings Account with company matchFlexible Spending AccountsExpanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family membersFamily Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursementsIncome protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident planSpecial discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc. Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunitiesAnd more* *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit résumé to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit résumé into this career site to be eligible for placement fees.