Application Packaging Engineer

Rochester, Michigan

NDX Human Capital Solutions
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Position: Application Engineer - Packaging Solutions

Purpose:

Drive tailored packaging innovations by collaborating across teams to meet customer needs with optimized, cost-effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Collaboration & Sales Support

  • Partner with the sales team to understand customer needs and co-develop packaging solutions.
  • Support pricing evaluations and technical discussions.

Packaging Design & Development

  • Create innovative, cost-efficient packaging using CAD software.
  • Evaluate prototypes, ensuring they meet specs and performance standards.

Cross-Functional Project Execution

  • Coordinate with product development, manufacturing, procurement, and R&D.
  • Align packaging design with production capabilities and project goals.

Technical Expertise & Support

  • Troubleshoot issues and advise customers, sales, and internal teams.
  • Conduct feasibility studies considering cost, sustainability, and logistics.

Continuous Improvement

  • Monitor trends and tech advancements to drive innovation.
  • Propose enhancements to existing packaging systems.

Documentation

  • Deliver clear, accurate technical specs, reports, and drawings.

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

Experience

  • Strong background in packaging engineering; CAD expertise required.

Core Competencies

  • In-depth knowledge of materials, machinery, and manufacturing processes.
  • Fluent English communication (written & verbal).

Behavioral Strengths

  • Problem-solving, analytical thinking
  • Strong communicator with a customer-first mindset
  • Organized and culturally aware
  • Skilled in project management and collaboration

Date Posted: 02 May 2025
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