Packaging Engineer

Company Description

We are committed to our culture that values Customer Focus, Flexibility, Knowledge, Speed and Integrity. Joining our team means you will work in a high performing global company where employees collaborate and strive for excellence. 

Job Description

Job Summary:

Seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Packaging Engineer to design, develop, test, and implement packaging solutions for our products. This role will play a key part in ensuring packaging integrity, cost efficiency, compliance, and sustainability while supporting manufacturing, logistics, and product safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Development:
  Develop and optimize packaging solutions for new and existing products, considering factors such as product protection, cost, ergonomics, and sustainability.
• Material Selection:
  Evaluate and select appropriate materials (e.g., corrugated board, plastics, foams, etc.) based on performance, cost, recyclability, and compatibility with the product.
• Testing and Validation:
  Conduct and oversee package testing (e.g., drop test, vibration, compression, thermal aging) to validate performance per industry standards (e.g., ISTA, ASTM).
• Documentation & Specifications:
  Create and maintain detailed packaging specifications, CAD drawings, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Cost Optimization:
  Identify opportunities to reduce packaging costs while maintaining product protection and compliance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  Work closely with R&D, production, procurement, logistics, quality, and suppliers to implement packaging solutions that meet overall business objectives.
• Sustainability Initiatives:
  Support company efforts toward eco-friendly packaging design and waste reduction.
• Supplier Coordination:
  Engage with packaging vendors for prototyping, tooling, and material sourcing. Evaluate vendor capabilities and lead-time.
• Regulatory & Compliance:
  Ensure all packaging meets industry, customer, and regulatory standards (e.g., RoHS, REACH, food safety, export compliance

  Preferred Skills (Optional):

• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Experience with international packaging compliance standards.
• Familiarity with barcode labeling, pallet configuration, and shipping container optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in packaging design and development (entry-level may be accepted with internship or co-op experience).
• Familiarity with packaging design software (e.g., ArtiosCAD, SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Understanding of packaging testing methodologies and standards (e.g., ISTA, ASTM).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Experience with packaging for various product types: electronics, consumer goods, medical, or industrial equipment is a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of sustainable packaging trends and material lifecycle impact is advantageous.

Additional Information

XP Power provides a safe and healthy working environment that is stimulating and collaborative, where employees are empowered to make a real difference. We place our people at the heart of everything we do. We understand that if we provide our people with the ultimate experience, they will provide the ultimate experience to our customers.