Senior Packaging Engineer
$128,520–$176,720 year
On-siteTorrance, California, United States
Job Summary
Lead design, development, quoting, and procurement of packaging solutions for outbound finished goods across automotive and aerospace & defense programs. Support cross-functional coordination with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure designs meet technical baselines and drive lifecycle optimization. Implement preservation methods that protect critical hardware during processing, transportation, and deployment, while generating controlled documentation including drawings, specifications, and labeling instructions. Conduct qualification testing for environmental, drop, and vibration scenarios, and interface with suppliers and laboratories for material certification. Manage inbound packaging reviews for highest spend commodities to reduce costs and improve utilization, and design lineside conveyance solutions for manufacturing. Serve as packaging subject matter expert on cross-functional teams to align strategies with project timelines and long-term objectives.
Required Qualifications
- Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
- Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Supply Chain, or related discipline
- Minimum 5 years of experience in packaging engineering, with a history of designing and implementing packaging solutions in the automotive or aerospace industries
- Demonstrated success in managing packaging programs in support of international logistics and global supply chains
- Expertise in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Catia) for 3D modeling and packaging design, as well as simulation tools for structural analysis and optimization
- In-depth knowledge of packaging materials, including plastics, composites, foams, and corrugated cardboard, with a focus on sustainable and environmentally friendly options
- Strong understanding of packaging testing standards (e.g., ISTA, ASTM, ISO) and experience conducting physical and environmental testing to validate packaging performance
- Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP), TMS tools, and advanced Excel/Google Sheets
- Must be able to work in an In-Office environment
- Must be able to work on the Shop Floor
- Must be willing to Travel - Domestic
- Must be eligible to work in the United States (E-Verify participation)
- Must cooperate with additional work assignments and special projects as expected
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in early-stage or scale-up manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with additive manufacturing logistics or just-in-sequence automotive production
- Experience with CAD and packaging design software
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience with POP or certified packaging
- Familiarity with military standards/specifications
- Familiarity with sustainability initiatives and environmentally friendly packaging solutions
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing/Poka-Yoke principles
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