Packaging Engineer Jobs

Packaging engineers develop and improve the packaging that protects products, supports efficient operations, and delivers a strong customer experience. Their work spans concept development, material selection, structural design, testing, production, and continuous improvement. Explore vetted Packaging Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Packaging Engineers Do

Packaging engineers balance product protection, cost, manufacturability, usability, and brand requirements. They may create packaging specifications, build and evaluate prototypes, coordinate testing, and partner with manufacturing, quality, procurement, product development, and suppliers to bring packaging solutions to market.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers may look for experience with packaging materials and processes, CAD or packaging design tools, test methods, quality systems, and project management. Strong candidates can analyze performance and costs, communicate technical requirements, and manage projects across teams. Requirements vary by industry, product, and level of responsibility.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Packaging engineers work across sectors such as consumer goods, food and beverage, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and industrial manufacturing. Roles may focus on package design, packaging development, supplier and material management, production engineering, or sustainability. Senior opportunities can include technical leadership and packaging program management.

Explore Packaging Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for Packaging Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and find a position that matches your packaging expertise and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Optimize your career by leading large-scale product introductions, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and driving cost-effective solutions in injection molding and automation processes...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by driving B2B sales growth, expanding customer relationships, and leading negotiations. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative packaging solutions and achieve long-term profita...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $173K *

Deliver technical leadership in optimizing tissue manufacturing processes, driving cost savings, and fostering team development through engineering best practices and Lean Six Sigma methodologies...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$149K - $276K *

Champion the engineering leadership in new product development, ensuring seamless technical delivery and rigorous specifications. Collaborate cross-functionally to navigate design decisions while ment...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovation and excellence in electrical engineering. Collaborate with skilled professionals to implement cutting-edge automation solutions and enhance operational effic...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Engineer innovative aerospace components by translating requirements into qualified designs. Collaborate with teams to create detailed CAD models and documentation, ensuring compliance with industry s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $90K *

Unlock potential by enhancing manufacturing processes and equipment for cable products. Collaborate with teams to solve production challenges, improve efficiency, and drive cost reductions in a dynami...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Drive product yield improvements for InP lasers and photodiodes by analyzing performance data, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing corrective actions to enhance manufacturing p...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $125K *

Transform your career by driving growth in the packaging sector. This role focuses on securing new accounts and nurturing existing relationships, requiring strong sales skills and a commitment to exce...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of process engineering by enhancing operational efficiency, safety, and plant profitability through technical support and innovation while collaborating with cross...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$70K - $100K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by designing efficient systems that integrate workers, machines, and materials. Optimize production processes to enhance quality, reduce waste, and ensure compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive the production of thermoplastic composites, ensuring efficient processes and quality standards. Collaborate on innovative projects while enhancing manufacturing capabi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Explore your potential by managing warehouse operations, ensuring inventory accuracy, and leading a diverse team. Your role will support efficient supply chain functions while adhering to best practic...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $110K *

Transform manufacturing processes by optimizing performance, enhancing safety, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to elevate operational efficiency and prod...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future by leading semiconductor package development and NPI execution. Collaborate with global partners to innovate and qualify advanced packaging solutions for power products, ensuring qual...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a diverse team, ensuring production goals, safety, and quality standards are met while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and effective communication...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $159K *

Transform your career by leading high-impact electrical engineering projects. Drive digital manufacturing solutions and optimize control systems in a remote setting, engaging cross-functional teams to...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$94K - $140K *

Elevate manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and improving energetics processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform manufacturing processes by providing expert chemical engineering support for electroplating, PTFE coating, and wastewater treatment, driving safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement ac...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Manage and optimize manufacturing operations by leading production teams, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to meet customer demands...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate workplace safety through designing and implementing comprehensive EHS programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, delivering training, and managing a dedicated team to foster continuous im...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $112K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative packaging development projects from concept to commercialization. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance brand identity, consumer experience, and sustainabili...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving process innovation to enhance efficiency and quality. You'll lead projects, utilize LEAN methodologies, and ensure compliance while optimizing operations to deliver outstand...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform engineering concepts into reality by designing, estimating, and managing projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and efficiency while delivering innovative sol...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead a team of mechanical designers to innovate and develop next-gen Coolant Distribution Units. Oversee product design, CAD standards, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance engineering excell...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Packaging Engineer do?question toggle

    A Packaging Engineer designs, tests, and improves packaging to protect products and meet requirements for cost, production, transportation, usability, and sustainability. The role often involves coordinating with manufacturing, quality, product teams, and suppliers.

  • What qualifications do Packaging Engineer jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and industry. Many positions seek a relevant engineering or technical background, experience with packaging materials and processes, design or CAD skills, testing and quality knowledge, and the ability to manage cross-functional projects.

  • Where do Packaging Engineers work?question toggle

    Packaging Engineers work in industries that make, package, or distribute products, including consumer goods, food and beverage, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and industrial manufacturing.

  • What can affect a Packaging Engineer's salary?question toggle

    Compensation can vary based on experience, location, industry, technical specialization, scope of responsibility, and leadership duties. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

  • How can I find Packaging Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Packaging Engineer listings on Ladders and review each posting for compensation information, qualifications, and responsibilities. Use the listings to identify opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals.