Packaging Design Engineer

Harrison Scott Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design agency is looking for a Packaging Design Engineer to join their London team. The role involves supporting the engineering team in the development of innovative cosmetic packaging solutions. With a focus on creativity, candidates should have solid experience in SolidWorks and a degree in Product Design Engineering. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong reporting and problem-solving skills. The salary ranges from £35k to £42k based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience in beauty/cosmetics or FMCG markets desirable.
• Knowledge of GD&T principles.

Responsibilities

• Support the engineering team with technical development of packaging.
• Work within a team of Packaging Designers and Engineers.
• Measure and test moulded samples during qualification.
• Provide clear technical correspondence with clients.

Skills

3D CAD modelling & drafting skills

Technical development & evaluation

Problem-solving

Reporting skills

Reporting skills

Education

Degree in Product Design Engineering or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

Job Title : Packaging Design Engineer

Salary : £35k-£42k basic (depending on experience)

Location : London

Reference : J54321

Contact :

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We have an opportunity for a Packaging Design Engineer to join a company that is well known in the industry for its innovative design of cosmetic packaging.

If you are excited by the thought of joining a young, fun company with a work hard play hard attitude then this is the role for you. This is your chance to work in an extremely fast paced company where innovation and creativity are the rule, not the exception.

We are looking for a talented problem solver, passionate about cosmetic structural packaging.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the engineering team with technical development & evaluation of structural packaging for the cosmetic and skincare industry.
• Working within a team of expert Packaging Designers & Product Design Engineers.
• Measuring and testing of moulded samples during tool qualification process.
• Familiar with First Article Inspection Reports.
• Practical workshop, testing and evaluation skills.
• Providing technical support for project managers.
• Providing concise, clear technical correspondence with manufacturing facilities and clients.
• Reporting skills, describing objectives, analysing data, and drawing appropriate conclusions.
• Creating TDs with BOM for RFQs.
• Working to tight deadlines.
• 3D CAD modelling & drafting skills preferably Solidworks.

Qualifications

Degree in Product Design Engineering or equivalent

Previous experience in beauty / cosmetics or similar luxury / FMCG markets is desirable but alternative similar industry experience will be suitable for this role.

SolidWorks experience including non-linear surface modelling and other complex plastic part creation, drafting experience with GD&T knowledge

3+ years’ experience in a similar role

Additional Skills

Desired Skills

Familiarity with plastic injection moulding, blow moulding and other mass manufacturing processes-

Familiarity with different decoration techniques

Familiarity with measurement systems, assembly tolerance stack-up, tooling qualification procedures, and AQL Inspection procedures in mass manufacturing

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