Job Title: Packaging Design Engineer II
Location: Hybrid - Tualatin, OR- United States
Salary: $100,000 - $110,000
Skills: SolidWorks, NX, ASME Y14.5, ASTM, ISO, ArtiosCAD
About the Manufacturing Industry / The Opportunity:
Our client, a dynamic, Global company in the packaging and logistics industry. We are seeking a Packaging Design Engineer II to join their innovative team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on designing and developing packaging solutions that balance protection, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. You will leverage cutting-edge tools such as SolidWorks and NX, collaborate with customers and internal teams, and play a pivotal role in optimizing packaging designs to meet industry standards and client needs.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop standard and non-standard packaging solutions, including creating detailed 3D models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks or NX.
- Interpret technical documentation and sketches to create comprehensive 2D drawings compliant with industry standards.
- Collaborate with customers to understand their design requirements and gather feedback on prototypes.
- Evaluate and select mechanical or packaging components based on performance, cost, and manufacturing processes.
- Create and update packaging specifications and designs to optimize manufacturing efficiency and job cost.
- Develop and maintain engineering and manufacturing Bill of Materials (BOM) for production processes.
- Perform packaging testing and validation, including structural analysis and simulations to ensure performance.
- Prepare documentation for First Article Inspection and other support documents.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering their growth in the field of design engineering.
Must-Have Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial, or packaging engineering.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in mechanical/structural design and development.
- Proficiency in CAD software, with expertise in SolidWorks and NX.
- Strong knowledge of GD&T standards (e.g., ASME Y14.5) for drafting and detailing engineering drawings.
- Understanding of packaging design, testing standards (ISO, ASTM), and transportation/material handling processes.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Experience with CNC programming and ArtiosCAD.
- General knowledge of clean room acceptable packaging materials.
- Ability to use measuring equipment like tape measures, calipers, and scales accurately.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.