Structural Designer | Cartons | West Yorkshire

Mercury Search and Selection; Eccleston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A print and packaging specialist is seeking a Structural Designer to create innovative carton designs. You will collaborate closely with clients and production teams to ensure effective packaging solutions. This role involves creating detailed drawings and staying updated on industry trends. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical skills, an understanding of carton construction, and excellent communication abilities. Join a company that values creativity, technical expertise, and career growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of carton construction, board materials, and packaging manufacturing processes.
• Excellent spatial awareness and technical drawing ability.
• Strong attention to detail when producing cutter guides, prototypes, and technical specifications.
• Ability to interpret client briefs and translate them into effective packaging solutions.
• Good communication skills for collaborating with clients, designers, production teams, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Design innovative and functional carton structures that meet client requirements.
• Create detailed technical drawings, CAD models, and prototypes to illustrate design concepts.
• Collaborate with clients, account managers, and graphic designers to develop effective packaging solutions.
• Work closely with production, die‑making, and finishing teams to ensure designs are accurate.
• Stay informed on packaging trends and sustainability developments.

Skills

Understanding of carton construction

Spatial awareness

Technical drawing ability

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Bring creative carton concepts to life while working with cutting‑edge packaging technologies and a diverse range of brand partners. This role gives you the freedom to innovate, experiment, and push the boundaries of structural design. You’ll collaborate closely with designers, production experts, and major clients, gaining exposure to the full packaging lifecycle from concept through to manufacture. With opportunities for continuous learning, career progression, and involvement in high‑profile projects, this is an environment where your technical skills, ideas, and craftsmanship are genuinely valued.

Structural Designer | Cartons | West Yorkshire | £30k‑£35k

A long‑established print and packaging specialist known for combining traditional craftsmanship with modern production capabilities. With a strong heritage in high‑quality print, premium carton manufacturing, and value‑added finishing, the company is recognised for its attention to detail and commitment to exceptional customer service. Serving a wide range of clients, they deliver bespoke packaging solutions that elevate brands and meet commercial standards. With a reputation built on reliability, innovation, and collaborative partnerships, the business continues to invest in its people, technology, and processes to drive forward‑thinking sustainable print and packaging solutions.

You will be responsible for:

• Designing innovative and functional carton structures that meet client requirements, production capabilities, and brand objectives
• Creating detailed technical drawings, CAD models, and prototypes to illustrate design concepts and structural performance
• Collaborating with clients, account managers, and graphic designers to interpret briefs and develop effective packaging solutions
• Working closely with production, die‑making, and finishing teams to ensure designs are accurate, efficient, and ready for manufacture
• Staying informed on packaging trends, sustainability developments, and new technologies within carton and board packaging

Key attributes required:

• Strong understanding of carton construction, board materials, and packaging manufacturing processes
• Excellent spatial awareness and technical drawing ability
• Strong attention to detail when producing cutter guides, prototypes, and technical specifications
• Ability to interpret client briefs and translate them into effective packaging solutions
• Good communication skills for collaborating with clients, designers, production teams, and suppliers

If you’re ready to take the next step in your structural design career, this role offers the perfect platform to grow and make a meaningful impact. Apply now!