Remote R&D Product Designer — Innovate Packaging

Amcor; Blackburn; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Amcor is seeking an experienced R&D Product Designer to conceptualize, design and develop new packaging products that align with our strategic goals. This role blends creative design with project management and technical expertise.

You will lead multiple projects, create detailed CAD designs, and work with engineering, marketing and manufacturing to ensure feasible, market-ready solutions. A strong background in industrial design and materials knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product design and development.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, KeyShot).
• Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Generate innovative product concepts based on market research, customer feedback, and emerging trends.
• Be project manager and ensure that the projects are updated and follow our stage gate model.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints.
• Create detailed design specifications, sketches, and prototypes using CAD software and other design tools.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, marketing, and manufacturing to ensure design feasibility and alignment with business objectives.
• Conduct product testing and iterate designs based on feedback and performance data.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and materials to continuously bring fresh ideas to the table to be presented to the R&D Expert Centers team on a quarterly basis.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of design processes, specifications, and project progress.

Skills

CAD software proficiency

Materials knowledge

Engineering principles

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Industrial Design/Product Design/Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

KeyShot

Job description

Amcor is seeking an experienced R&D Product Designer to conceptualize, design and develop new packaging products that align with our strategic goals. This role blends creative design with project management and technical expertise.

You will lead multiple projects, create detailed CAD designs, and work with engineering, marketing and manufacturing to ensure feasible, market-ready solutions. A strong background in industrial design and materials knowledge is essential.