Job Openings Packaging Engineer

About the job Packaging Engineer

Job Title: Packaging Engineer I (Contract)

Location: Hybrid Roswell, GA (On-site Tuesdays and Wednesdays)
Contract Length: 6 months (potential for extension)

Job Overview

We are seeking a Packaging Engineer I to support packaging development for both new and existing products. This position plays a key role in ensuring innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable packaging solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and product performance.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver innovative packaging solutions that balance cost, functionality, and sustainability.

  • Continuously improve packaging and equipment performance to meet evolving customer and end-user needs.

  • Support packaging development initiatives that reduce distribution costs, minimize damage, and enhance competitive advantage.

  • Build and maintain relationships with packaging suppliers to stay current on new materials, technologies, and equipment.

  • Understand and communicate the impact of North American packaging legislation and standards.

Technical Skills

  • Proficient in designing corrugated, carton board, paper wrap, and film structures.

  • Skilled in developing and conducting packaging tests/experiments to generate relevant data.

  • Knowledgeable in industry-standard packaging test procedures (ISTA and ASTM test standards such as ASTM D4169, ISTA 2 or 3 series).

  • Experience with TOPS or TOPS 2 palletization software (required).

  • Understanding of art-to-package design correlation and packaging laws/regulations.

  • General understanding of material supplier manufacturing processes and distribution requirements.

  • Awareness of current industry trends in packaging technologies and sustainability practices.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Packaging, Engineering, Business, or a related field (Packaging degree preferred).

  • 3+ years of relevant experience in packaging engineering or development.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects independently and effectively prioritize work.

  • Strong teamwork, organization, and communication skills.

  • Expert-level proficiency with TOPS palletization software required.

  • Experience with ARTIOS CAD preferred.