Packaging Engineer

Beacon Engineering Resources; Malborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Packaging Engineer to design and develop innovative packaging solutions for robotic components. The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical engineering or industrial design, have strong knowledge of packaging materials, and a hands-on problem-solving mindset. This position involves collaboration with various teams to ensure safe transport and compliance, focusing on sustainability and efficiency in the packaging processes.

Qualifications

• Background in mechanical engineering, industrial design, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, protective design, and manufacturing constraints.
• Creative problem-solver with attention to detail and a hands-on mindset.
• Experience working in or supporting a fast-paced engineering or logistics environment.

Responsibilities

• Design packaging for robotic components to ensure safe transport and storage.
• Evaluate materials and structural integrity to meet quality and cost targets.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align packaging solutions with product specs and delivery requirements.
• Ensure designs comply with industry and regulatory standards.
• Continuously improve existing packaging processes for efficiency and sustainability.

Job description

Now Hiring: Packaging Engineer | Robotics + Innovation

We’re looking for a Packaging Engineer to join our robotics team and develop smart, reliable packaging solutions that keep our advanced systems protected from factory to field. In this role, you’ll design and test packaging that balances durability, efficiency, and compliance — all while collaborating with cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and logistics.

What You’ll Do:

• Design packaging for robotic components to ensure safe transport and storage

• Evaluate materials and structural integrity to meet quality and cost targets

• Collaborate with internal teams to align packaging solutions with product specs and delivery requirements

• Ensure designs comply with industry and regulatory standards

• Continuously improve existing packaging processes for efficiency and sustainability

What We’re Looking For:

• Background in mechanical engineering, industrial design, or a related field

• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, protective design, and manufacturing constraints

• Creative problem-solver with attention to detail and a hands-on mindset

• Experience working in or supporting a fast-paced engineering or logistics environment

If you’re excited about building protective, practical, and innovative packaging for next-gen robotics, we’d love to hear from you.