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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$101K - $152K *

Shape innovative engineering solutions by designing, analyzing, and improving mechanical systems. Collaborate on projects, manage field visits, and apply technical expertise to enhance product perform...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$101K - $152K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that designs and improves engineering systems. Utilize your expertise to analyze, develop, and manage projects while ensuring quality and compliance in a fas...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$111K - $167K *

Join a dynamic team to design, analyze, and improve engineering systems while managing projects and ensuring compliance with standards. Utilize your expertise to tackle complex challenges and drive in...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$101K - $152K *

Transform engineering concepts into reality by designing, analyzing, and improving systems. Collaborate on projects, manage field visits, and ensure compliance through effective communication and prob...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$91K - $137K *

Contribute to innovative engineering solutions by designing, analyzing, and improving mechanical systems. Collaborate on projects, manage field visits, and apply your expertise to enhance product perf...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $102K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative conveyor systems, ensuring project quality and client satisfaction. Collaborate with engineers and clients to deliver effective solutions while managing project...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$113K - $165K *

Champion quality excellence by driving supplier performance and risk management. Collaborate across sites to enhance systemic quality improvements and lead problem-solving initiatives for complex issu...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engage in an impactful role owning production systems that enhance customer experiences. Collaborate directly with founders and engineers to deliver functional software solutions, driving improvements...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing processes through hands-on engineering. Collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot, implement improvements, and drive efficiency in a dyn...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving process excellence and governance across enterprise planning. This role focuses on standardizing and improving planning processes to enhance decision-making and business per...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $127K *

Support our team by providing technical expertise and optimization strategies, enhancing operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment while engaging with various departments to drive efficiency a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by driving manufacturing process improvements, ensuring quality compliance and collaborating across teams to enhance productivity and support continuous improvement initiatives i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $102K *

Optimize supply chain efficiency by managing capacity planning and procurement, ensuring alignment with business goals while collaborating across teams to enhance performance and mitigate risks...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K *

Innovate manufacturing processes by leading Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, enhancing quality and productivity in electronics production while collaborating with engineering teams to ensure manufactur...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$87K - $93K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leveraging your expertise in welding, fabrication, and production systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance efficiency and drive continuous improvemen...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $100K *

Lead and deliver engineering projects while ensuring compliance with cGxP standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes and maintain high safety levels in pharmaceutical environments...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Optimize manufacturing processes by enhancing tools and methods. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, and productivity while ensuring compliance with customer and engine...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive safety and efficiency by designing engineering solutions, optimizing workflows, and leading SHEA programs in a modern repair facility. Collaborate across teams to enhance operations for industri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while managing resources and timelines effectively...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Engineer innovative solutions by managing equipment design and project execution, ensuring quality and accuracy from start to finish. Collaborate effectively with teams and customers to meet project o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$146K - $215K *

Unlock potential by leading a team to enhance supplier capabilities, drive performance improvements, and ensure operational readiness in manufacturing. Collaborate cross-functionally to support busine...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Lead a team to enhance supplier manufacturing capabilities and operational readiness in metals and fabrication. Drive performance improvements through strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with bu...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Advance supplier development strategies by leading a team focused on enhancing manufacturing capabilities, operational readiness, and performance improvement across metals and fabrication categories t...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Join a team that's driving supplier development excellence in metals and fabrication. Lead initiatives to enhance manufacturing capabilities, improve supplier performance, and support business growth...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Join a team that's driving supplier excellence and operational readiness. Lead a skilled group of Supplier Development Engineers to enhance manufacturing capabilities and support strategic growth init...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.