Design Engineer

TOPPAN Packaging Americas; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is looking for a Design Engineer in Huntley, IL, to lead the design and development of innovative thermoformed medical packaging solutions. This role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance with the highest safety and performance standards while maintaining a commitment to sustainability.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or a related field, proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred), and at least 2 years of experience in packaging design, particularly for medical devices. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in packaging design, preferably in medical device packaging.
• Strong knowledge of thin-gauge thermoformed packaging design.
• Familiarity with FDA and ISO standards for medical packaging.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of thermoformed medical packaging products.
• Translate customer and regulatory specifications into compliant designs.
• Support packaging validation activities, including functional testing.

Skills

3D CAD software proficiency

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Packaging design experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

TOPPAN Packaging Americas specializes in designing and manufacturing sustainable, high‑performance flexible and thermoformed packaging solutions for the food, beverage, medical and consumer goods industries. We offer products like transparent high barrier films, pouches, clamshells and trays, utilizing advanced technology to enhance product safety, visibility and environmental sustainability.

TOPPAN Packaging Americas operates as part of the global TOPPAN group, with 22 manufacturing facilities across North America, Latin America and Europe.

Want to learn more? Visit us at packaging.toppan.com

Summary Description

TEQ, a division of Toppan, is a leading provider of innovative thermoformed packaging solutions specifically for the healthcare and medical device industries. Our focus is on designing and producing medical devices, sterile barrier systems, medical trays, and other critical packaging that meets the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance. With a commitment to sustainability, regulatory excellence, and customer collaboration, TEQ ensures that life‑saving products are delivered in packaging that protects, performs, and enhances patient outcomes.

The Design Engineer will lead the design and development of thermoformed medical packaging products, transforming customer requirements into manufacturable, compliant, and high‑performance sterile packaging solutions. This role emphasizes innovative product design, strong cross‑functional collaboration with quality and regulatory teams, and proactive risk management to ensure the successful commercialization of safe and effective packaging systems.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design thermoformed sterile packaging products from concept through production using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).
• Translate customer and regulatory specifications into innovative, compliant packaging designs.
• Develop detailed 3D models, assemblies, and 2D drawings for medical packaging products.
• Utilize 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies to support prototype development, design validation, and rapid iteration.
• Evaluate and select materials aligned with performance, sterilization compatibility, sustainability, and cost objectives.
• Conduct feasibility studies including draft analysis, stackability, and functional integrity of sterile packaging systems.
• Collaborate closely with Tool Design Engineering and production teams to ensure designs are practical, efficient, and manufacturable.
• Work with quality and regulatory teams to ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and GMP requirements.
• Support packaging validation activities, including sample production, functional testing, and documentation for IQ/OQ/PQ.
• Participate in customer and internal meetings to understand needs, present design concepts, and refine solutions.
• Identify potential design, material, or process risks early in the project lifecycle, and proactively develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain accurate design documentation and manage revisions through PDM/PLM systems.
• Stay current with materials, sterilization methods (EtO, gamma, e‑beam), design trends, and technologies relevant to medical packaging.

This position is an onsite position out of our Huntley, IL Facility.

We’d Love To Hear From You

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in packaging design, with a strong preference for medical device packaging.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks strongly preferred).
• Strong knowledge of thin‑gauge thermoformed packaging design, including draft angles, wall thickness, and undercuts.
• Understanding of material properties relevant to PETG, HIPS, PP, or similar plastics used in sterile barrier systems.
• Familiarity with production tooling processes and ability to integrate packaging design considerations with tooling and manufacturing requirements.
• Knowledge of FDA, ISO 11607, ASTM, and ISO 13485 standards for medical packaging.
• Ability to identify risks during design and commercialization phases and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills with attention to both functionality and usability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a regulated, dynamic environment.
• Experience designing thermoformed trays, sterile barrier systems, or pharmaceutical packaging.
• Familiarity with packaging validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) and documentation practices.
• Experience with cleanroom manufacturing and regulatory audits.
• Understanding of human factors and usability in medical packaging design.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Well‑being tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee‑paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. We also provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.