Packaging Engineer

Packaging Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Packaging Engineer to design, develop, and optimize packaging solutions for an established U.S.-based manufacturer (packaging).

This position is ideal for a hands-on engineer who can balance product protection, cost, manufacturability, sustainability, and regulatory compliance while supporting a wide range of packaging initiatives. The Packaging Engineer will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, and external suppliers to develop durable and cost-effective packaging solutions that protect products throughout transportation, storage, and customer delivery.

The ideal candidate combines strong packaging design expertise with project management, materials knowledge, testing experience, and the ability to utilize data and engineering principles to drive continuous improvement.

Design and develop packaging solutions utilizing wood, plywood, corrugated materials, plastics, foam, and mixed-material systems to protect products throughout the supply chain

Create detailed packaging drawings, specifications, assembly instructions, and production documentation using CAD software

Perform packaging validation through drop testing, vibration testing, compression testing, and failure analysis to ensure packaging performance and product protection

Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and suppliers to evaluate materials, manufacturability, performance requirements, and cost optimization opportunities

Develop and maintain packaging standards, specifications, bills of materials, work instructions, and engineering documentation

Support new product launches by developing packaging concepts, coordinating testing activities, and ensuring readiness for production implementation

Analyze packaging-related issues, shipping damage trends, field failures, and customer feedback to identify root causes and implement corrective actions

Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing cost, improving sustainability, minimizing waste, and increasing packaging efficiency

Evaluate and qualify suppliers, materials, components, and packaging systems to ensure quality, performance, and supply continuity

Ensure packaging solutions comply with customer specifications, industry requirements, international shipping standards, and applicable regulatory guidelines

Provide technical guidance and training to Operations, Procurement, Logistics, suppliers, and external partners regarding packaging requirements and best practices

Utilize engineering data, test results, cost information, and operational metrics to support decision-making and drive packaging improvements

Manage multiple packaging design and development projects simultaneously while balancing timelines, priorities, budgets, and business objectives

Promote innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across packaging engineering activities

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline

3+ years of progressive packaging engineering or packaging design experience within a manufacturing environment

Demonstrated experience designing packaging solutions utilizing wood, plywood, corrugated materials, plastics, foam, or other industrial packaging components

Proficiency with CAD software including SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar design platforms

Experience creating detailed engineering drawings, specifications, assembly documentation, and bills of materials

Working knowledge of packaging testing methods, including drop, vibration, compression, and transportation simulations

Strong understanding of materials, structural design principles, product protection requirements, and packaging performance evaluation

Experience collaborating across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, and Supply Chain functions

Strong analytical, project management, communication, and problem-solving abilities

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while delivering quality results in a fast-paced environment

$110,000.00 - $150,000.00 Annually