Packaging Engineer

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field 5-7 years of packaging engineering experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment; experience with metal components (castings, forgings, machined parts) strongly preferred. Working knowledge of corrosion-prevention packaging methods (VCI, desiccants, barrier films) for ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Hands-on experience with ISTA/ASTM transit and performance testing standards. Proficiency with CAD tools for packaging/dunnage design (Inventor, Solidworks, AutoCAD) and structural design software (e.g., ArtiosCAD, Cape Pack) a plus. Experience working with international suppliers and global logistics/export packaging requirements. Strong cross-functional collaboration skills - this role interfaces regularly with Sourcing, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, and Product Management. Data-driven approach to cost/protection trade-off decisions; comfortable building cost models and presenting recommendations to leadership.

Preferred Qualifications: CPP (Certified Packaging Professional) designation. Experience specifically in plumbing, valve, HVAC, or industrial hardware packaging. Familiarity with lean/Six Sigma methodologies for packaging waste and cost reduction. Experience packaging for both OEM/industrial customers and retail/big-box channels.