Product Packaging & Transit Engineer

ePropelled Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

ePropelled Inc. is seeking a Product Packaging & Transit Engineer to design, develop, validate, and industrialize packaging solutions for motors, ESCs, integrated motor controllers, UAV propulsion systems, and related products.

The role is responsible for ensuring products reach customers globally without cosmetic or functional damage while meeting cost, quality, logistics, and regulatory requirements. The role collaborates with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Global

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Packaging/Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in product packaging, transit packaging, or industrial packaging engineering.
• Experience packaging electromechanical products, motors, electronics, automotive, aerospace, or industrial equipment.
• Proficiency in CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Design packaging solutions for motors, ESCs, electronics, and propulsion systems.
• Develop packaging for various shipment types (single-unit, multi-unit, OEM, distributor, export).
• Select and optimize packaging materials (corrugated boxes, foams, anti-static packaging, moisture protection).
• Ensure protection against shock, vibration, compression, and environmental damage during transport.
• Design packaging using CAD tools and prepare manufacturing drawings and specifications.
• Conduct packaging validation through drop, vibration, compression, and transit tests.
• Ensure compliance with ISTA, ASTM, ISO packaging and international shipping standards.
• Work with suppliers to develop cost-effective, manufacturable packaging solutions.
• Define packaging BOMs, work instructions, quality standards, and inspection criteria.
• Investigate transit damage issues and drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Global Customer teams.

Skills

Packaging design

CAD proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Product Packaging & Transit Engineer

Location

ePropelled – Engineering Team, India

Role Summary

ePropelled is seeking a Product Packaging & Transit Engineer to design, develop, validate, and industrialize packaging solutions for electric motors, ESCs, integrated motor controllers, UAV propulsion systems, and related products. The role is responsible for ensuring products reach customers globally without cosmetic or functional damage while meeting cost, quality, logistics, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design packaging solutions for motors (Inrunner & Outrunner), ESCs, electronics, and propulsion systems.


• Develop packaging for single-unit, multi-unit, OEM, distributor, and export shipments.


• Select and optimize packaging materials including corrugated boxes, molded pulp, EPP/EPE/EVA foams, plastic trays, anti-static packaging, and moisture protection systems.


• Ensure protection against shock, vibration, compression, paint scratches, corrosion, ESD, and environmental damage during transportation.


• Design packaging using CAD tools and prepare manufacturing drawings and specifications.


• Conduct packaging validation through drop, vibration, compression, and transit simulation testing.


• Ensure compliance with ISTA, ASTM, ISO, and international shipping standards.


• Work with suppliers to develop cost-effective and manufacturable packaging solutions.


• Define packaging BOMs, work instructions, quality standards, and inspection criteria.


• Investigate transit damage issues and drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions.


• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Global Customer teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.


• 5+ years of experience in product packaging, transit packaging, or industrial packaging engineering.


• Experience packaging electromechanical products, motors, electronics, automotive, aerospace, or industrial equipment.


• Proficiency in SolidWorks, or equivalent CAD software.


• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, logistics requirements, and global transportation methods.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of ISTA, ASTM, ISO packaging and transportation standards.


• Experience with UAV, automotive, aerospace, or power electronics products.


• Understanding of DFM, DFA, GD&T, supplier development, and quality assurance processes.


• Experience in packaging cost optimization and sustainability initiatives.

Success Criteria

• Zero transit-related product failures.


• Compliance with global shipping and packaging standards.


• Reduced packaging cost without compromising product protection.


• Successful delivery of products worldwide with no cosmetic or functional damage.