Entry Packaging Systems Design Engineer - On-Site, 50% Travel

IFAB Engineering Partners LP; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Dennis Group is seeking a Packaging Engineer to work with our process, controls, and building system engineers on packaging equipment lines for food and beverage clients.

Responsibilities include designing concepts, interpreting requirements, and coordinating installation and commissioning on-site; strong emphasis on collaboration and problem solving. A bachelor's degree in mechanical/packaging/industrial/manufacturing engineering is required, with 0–3 years of experience and 50%+ travel.

Qualifications

• Packaging engineering experience or schooling related to packaging lines and equipment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to solve problems and manage time effectively.
• Team-oriented with collaborative mindset.
• Familiarity with project scheduling and basic software tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop design concepts, estimates and functional specifications for packaging lines.
• Interpret mechanical design requirements to ensure packaging system requirements are met.
• Spec, purchase, install and commission packaging equipment.
• On-site construction project coordination and management.
• Create packaging flow diagrams and material balance.
• Assist in equipment bid packages and in design basis documents.

Skills

Packaging design experience

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team orientation

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical packaging industrial or manufacturing engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

Dennis Group is seeking a Packaging Engineer to work with our process, controls, and building system engineers on packaging equipment lines for food and beverage clients.

Responsibilities include designing concepts, interpreting requirements, and coordinating installation and commissioning on-site; strong emphasis on collaboration and problem solving. A bachelor's degree in mechanical/packaging/industrial/manufacturing engineering is required, with 0–3 years of experience and 50%+ travel.