Packaging Design Engineer

San Jose, CA

Contracted

Mid Level

Packaging Design Engineer

(Direct Placement for Client)

Sigma Design has collaborated with a global leader in custom packaging, crafting and logistics solutions seeking an experienced Packaging Design Engineer to join their facility. This company This company delivers end-to-end services that include design, manufacturing, and worldwide distribution to ensure products arrive safely and efficiently.
What Is Offered:

Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
HSA & FSA options available
401k retirement option plus match
80 HRs PTO
Entry: $70k-$100k annually
Mid-Level: $85k-110k
Senior: Market Rate

Primary Function:
The Packaging Design Engineer is primarily responsible for defining and developing packaging designs and specifications that meet product requirements, ensuring protection, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. Design activities will include, but not limited to creating 3D models, 2D drawings, assemblies, calculations, Bill of Material (BOM) creation, customer site visits to collect information of products or packaging components, update existing designs and documentation, and provide guidance and support to junior engineers.
We translate complex engineering requirements into easy-to-understand manufacturing documentation.

Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:

Design and develop standard and non-standard packaging solutions, including detailed 3D models and engineering drawings of mechanical components, parts, assemblies, and packaging with minimal guidance, using SolidWorks or NX.
Interpret technical documentation, sketches, and 3D models to develop comprehensive 2D drawings as per standards.
Conduct onsite meetings and collaborate with customers to understand their design requirements and to gather feedback on existing designs or prototypes.
Document client interactions and feedback to inform future design iterations or projects.
Evaluate and select appropriate mechanical or packaging components based on performance requirements, cost considerations and manufacturing processes.
Create new or update existing packaging specifications and designs, including materials, dimensions, and tolerances to optimize manufacturing efficiency, job cost and evaluate existing designs for cost optimization.
Collaborate with customers’ packaging engineering departments to review CAD designs and confirm that the provided solution meets all requirements prior to releasing design for manufacturing.
Develop engineering and manufacturing Bill of Material (BOM) needed for the manufacturing process.
Update or modify existing Bill of Material (BOM), drawings and technical documentation as required.
Create documentation for First Article Inspection and other support type documents.
Work closely with internal cross functional teams and external customers to create packaging solutions as per industry standards.
Lead and participate in design reviews at various stages of packaging/ design development and provide technical expertise and recommendations.
Perform packaging testing and validation, including structural analysis and simulations to validate packaging/ design performance.
Prepare and maintain thorough documentation of design specifications, engineering analyses, test results, and packaging/ design changes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal processes and industry standards.
Evaluate design alternatives, identify potential risks or issues, and propose solutions to optimize design performance and mitigate concerns.
Identify opportunities for design optimization, cost reduction, and performance enhancement through innovation, research, and implementation of best practices.
Provide guidance and support to junior engineers, fostering their growth in the field of design engineering.
Continuously develop engineering skills and knowledge.
Perform additional duties as assigned by Management.
Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.

Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/ manufacturing/ industrial/ Packaging Engineering and related work experience.
Minimum 4 years of experience in mechanical/ structural design and development.
Proficiency in CAD software, SolidWorks and NX preferred.
Strong knowledge and understanding of GD&T standards e.g., ASME Y14.5. for drafting and detailing engineering drawings components.
Strong understanding of crate or wooden packaging, packaging design, distribution packaging, package testing/qualification, and resolving packaging related issues.
Knowledge of packaging testing, design standards (ISO, Mil-spec, etc.), ASTM/ ISTA standards, transportation, and material handling for small and large equipment.
Strong technical understanding of protective packaging materials, cushion design, distribution environment, failure mechanisms, analytical techniques, and manufacturing processes.
General knowledge of clean room acceptable packaging materials is a plus.
Ability to use tape measure and measure accurately. A variety of measuring equipment like Tape measurer, calipers, and scales to record design requirements for customer parts.
Experience with CNC programming and ArtiosCAD is a plus.
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Problem-solving mindset.
High attention to detail and deadline-driven, with focus on continuous improvement.
Team focused but individually accountable.
Excellent verbal and written communication capabilities.
Compliance (background check, ITAR, vaccine, etc.)
- Background - Pass a post-offer background verification.

Work Environment
Engineering: Standard office environment with normal amounts of office related conditions. Occasionally may be required to work in environmental conditions that emulate typical user environments in order to facilitate design testing and validation. Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients, or suppliers.

SIGMADESIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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