Senior Structural Designer

The Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team. This Lead Structural Designer opportunity is ideal for someone eager to utilize their previous experience in a collaborative, fast-paced design environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical support to our commercial & design teams in the execution of projects
• Develop POP displays & packing for key customers, product launches, and seasonal promotions
• Organize project materials, manage project timelines, and maintain documentation
• Mentor less experienced design team members and lead within the design organization
• Develop, organize, and assist with customer presentations
• Create presentation-quality mockups using wide-format printers and other prototyping tools
• Maintain well-organized records of project files, instructions, and materials
• Collaborate with designers, design leadership, and commercial teams to meet project timelines and deliverables
• Gain firsthand experience with a turnkey organization - from design, to manufacturing, and to assembly
• Communicate effectively, follow detailed instructions, and consistently meet deadlines

Requirements

• Related experience in a creative, technical, or production-focused setting is required
• Proficiency in Artios CAD
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; familiarity with InDesign & Photoshop
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• An advanced ability to visualize and understand how flat parts fold and assemble in 3D
• A mechanically inclined mindset
• Eagerness to learn new design software and industry equipment
• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship in building physical samples and documentation
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• A proactive, reliable work ethic and a strong desire to learn and grow professionally
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative way
• Self-motivation, enjoying a high-paced environment with an ability to coordinate multiple projects

Qualifications

Advanced 3D thinking, advanced structural expertise, and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop are required.

Skills

• Advanced 3D thinking
• Advanced structural expertise
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator
• Familiarity with InDesign & Photoshop

Benefits

In this role, you will develop POP displays & packing for key customers, product launches, and seasonal promotions. You’ll also take ownership of organizing project materials, managing project timelines, and maintaining documentation. You will mentor less experienced design team members and be a leader within the design organization while being part of Smurfit Westrock’s fully integrated design, manufacturing, and assembly processes.

Pay

Competitive hourly compensation

Schedule

The role focuses on utilizing your previous experience in a collaborative, fast-paced design environment.