Packaging Engineer

Role details

Job Title

Packaging Design & Applications Engineer

Location

North Billerica, MA

Type

Full Time Direct Hire

Salary

$ annually DOE + Excellent Benefits

Job Summary

Our client designs and manufactures custom business-to-business protective packaging, including heavy-duty crates, corrugated packaging, and custom-engineered foam. We are seeking an on-site Packaging Design & Applications Engineer to provide end-to-end packaging design, application support, and manufacturing support at our North Billerica, Massachusetts facility.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop custom protective packaging in SolidWorks, including shipping crates, corrugated and foam assemblies, reusable cases and inserts, blocking and bracing systems, and engineered cushioning solutions.
• Collaborate with customers, account managers, and internal teams to gather technical requirements, evaluate applications, develop design concepts, and recommend cost-effective packaging solutions.
• Prepare material takeoffs, evaluate labor requirements, and calculate estimated production costs for self-generated packaging designs in support of accurate quotations.
• Coordinate the development and evaluation of prototypes and samples to confirm fit, function, manufacturability, material performance, and customer requirements.
• Utilize ECI JobBOSS² or similar ERP/MRP software to create and maintain bills of materials, revision records, routings, and production documentation.
• Partner directly with production personnel to transition designs into production-ready packaging, resolve manufacturing constraints, and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Create and maintain fabrication drawings, assembly instructions, cut lists, specifications, and other production documentation.
• Select appropriate wood products, corrugated fiberboard, foam, hardware, and related materials based on product fragility, dimensions, shipping conditions, customer requirements, cost, and sustainability objectives.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D part and assembly design.
• Ability to create accurate production drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to customers and production teams.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, manufacturing, sales, and customer teams.
• Knowledge of packaging design principles and manufacturing processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field preferred. Equivalent relevant industry experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D CAD modeling and design.
• Ability to work 100% on-site in North Billerica, Massachusetts.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-5 years of engineering or design experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or packaging environment.
• Recent graduates with strong relevant coursework, internship experience, or a design portfolio are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with AutoCAD, ArtiosCAD, or similar 2D design software.
• Experience with ECI JobBOSS² or similar ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience with industrial wood fabrication, CNC cutting, foam conversion, or corrugated packaging production.
• Knowledge of MIL-SPEC, ISPM 15, ISTA, ASTM, or other packaging standards.

Work Environment

• This is a hands-on role performed in both an office and active manufacturing environment.
• Regular access to the production floor is required.
• Must follow all applicable safety and personal protective equipment requirements.
• Occasional travel to customer locations and other manufacturing facilities may be required.