Packaging Engineer

Info Resume Edge; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions company in Sharjah is seeking an experienced Packaging Engineer to design and develop solutions that meet product specifications and optimize cost efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering along with 3-5 years of relevant experience. This is a full-time role that involves collaboration with various teams to ensure packaging compliance and innovation. The position may require occasional travel to suppliers and manufacturing sites.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in packaging design and engineering.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to manage packaging budgets effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop packaging solutions for product specifications.
• Select appropriate packaging materials based on requirements.
• Analyze and recommend improvements to existing packaging processes.

Skills

Packaging design

Material selection

Cost management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or related field

Tools

ArtiosCAD

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Packaging Design & Development: Design and develop packaging solutions that meet product specifications reduce costs and ensure protection during transportation and storage.

• Material Selection & Testing: Select appropriate packaging materials (e.g. cardboard plastics glass etc.) based on product requirements durability and environmental impact. Conduct material testing to assess performance.

• Sustainability Initiatives: Identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve the environmental footprint by incorporating sustainable packaging materials and optimizing packaging design to reduce excess.

• Packaging Optimization: Analyze and recommend improvements to existing packaging processes and materials to improve cost efficiency functionality and environmental impact.

• Cost Management: Evaluate packaging costs conduct cost-benefit analyses and identify ways to reduce packaging expenses while maintaining product safety and integrity.

• Prototyping & Testing: Develop prototypes and test packaging designs to ensure that they meet performance criteria including durability shelf-life and compliance with industry regulations (e.g. FDA ISO etc.).

• Supply Chain Collaboration: Work closely with suppliers manufacturers and logistics teams to ensure packaging designs are optimized for the entire supply chain from production to distribution.

• Packaging Innovation: Stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies in packaging design and materials. Explore innovative packaging solutions to improve functionality user experience and environmental impact.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all packaging designs comply with relevant regulatory standards (e.g. safety environmental regulations) and industry guidelines.

• Project Management: Manage multiple packaging projects from concept to implementation ensuring deadlines are met and the final product meets performance standards.

• Documentation & Reporting: Create detailed packaging specifications test reports and design documentation. Communicate packaging performance issues and solutions to management.

• Cross-Department Collaboration: Collaborate with product development quality control and marketing teams to align packaging designs with product needs and branding guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Packaging Engineering Mechanical Engineering Industrial Design or a related field.

• Proven experience in packaging design and engineering (typically 3-5 years).

• Strong knowledge of packaging materials design principles and manufacturing processes.

• Familiarity with packaging testing methods such as ISTA ASTM or ISO standards.

• Proficiency with packaging design software (e.g. ArtiosCAD SolidWorks AutoCAD or similar).

• Strong understanding of supply chain processes and the role packaging plays in logistics and product protection.

• Ability to perform cost analyses and manage packaging budgets effectively.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings and recommendations to senior management.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including product development marketing and logistics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with sustainable packaging and knowledge of environmentally-friendly materials.

• Certification in packaging such as Certified Packaging Professional (CPP).

• Familiarity with automation in packaging (e.g. robotic packaging lines automated cartonization).

• Experience working with packaging suppliers and manufacturers.

• Knowledge of international packaging regulations for global product distribution.

Working Conditions

• Full-time position with occasional travel required to visit suppliers manufacturing sites or conduct testing.

• Work in an office and/or manufacturing environment with access to design and testing tools.

• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.