Packaging Engineer

Summary Of Objective

Reporting to the Package Design Supervisor, the successful Package Designer II will support the development and launch of new package designs and existing package enhancements. This role involves working closely with customers, coordinating with vendors and suppliers, and managing R&D and prototyping activities in the Design Lab.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Designs and assembles a wide variety of complex packaging systems: primary, secondary and tertiary packaging formats that meet customer requirements and conform to PCI manufacturing capabilities.
• Creates sketches, 3D renderings and visual presentations of packaging concepts.
• Regularly communicates ideas, solutions and improvements to customers and internal teams through digital presentations and/or meetings.
• Creates and modifies packaging structural drawings and web layouts using various CAD platforms without the need of supervision.
• Reviews and edits structural elements to ensure that they meet customer requests and PCI operational requirements.
• Participates in technical reviews and supports project onboarding plans.
• Performs prototyping duties in on-site prototyping laboratory, including management of supplies and equipment maintenance.
• Performs various activities for billable Design Services: Design Consultation, Conceptualization, Package Development, Sample Preparation and Package Performance Testing.
• Provides direct support to Sr. Designers and Project Leads during project planning and execution.
• Maintains and tracks digital assets related to packaging design.
• Supports recruiting events for interns/co-ops and contributes to the candidate selection and onboarding process.
• Provides training, mentoring and direction to Jr. Designers.
• Supports internal corporate and marketing activities as needed.
• Supports ESG initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 2+ years related industry experience and/or training.
• Advanced training for CAD based design software (Solid works & Artios-CAD) and experience and proficiency in graphic design and photo editing software such as the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience in development of advanced drug delivery device packaging and special child resistant and adult friendly packaging including the performance testing and qualifications of such packaging systems.
• Experience with thermoforming design/manufacturing technologies and materials, unit dose blister design/manufacturing technologies and materials, folding carton and wallet card design/manufacturing/printing technologies and materials.
• Good familiarity with project management tools and practices. Ability to plan, track and communicate project status effectively.
• Basic Computer Skills: Ability to perform basic computer tasks and has the ability to operate common computer programs.
• Basic Mathematical Skills.

Pay

The hiring rate for this position is $69,920-$81,000 plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to specific and relevant experience, education, credentials, geography, and subject matter expertise.

Benefits

PCI offers full-time employees a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health insurance coverage (including dental and vision), a flexible spending account, and a 401(k) plan.

About the Role

We are PCI. Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.