Front-End Innovation Engineer: Emerging Tech for Packaging

Sealed Air; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Sealed Air in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Sr. Front End Innovation Engineer to scout new technologies, vet startups, and work on packaging equipment and adjacent projects. The role emphasizes non-standard, fast-moving challenges and customer interactions.

You will generate ideas, lead cross-functional teams, travel up to 30%, and present findings to executives. A technical background in Mechanical/Electrical/Data Science or related fields, plus 7+ years of relevant experience, is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Data Science/Packaging Science or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with test method development, design of experiments, and data-driven analysis.
• Creative, self-motivated, and comfortable working in ambiguous environments.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Scout and evaluate emerging technologies, startups, and partnership opportunities.
• Lead and support front-end innovation projects from idea generation through validation.
• Develop and test new equipment, packaging, and technology concepts.
• Gather insights from customers, consumers, and manufacturing environments.
• Design experiments, analyze data, and communicate findings through presentations and reports.
• Collaborate across R&D, engineering, operations, commercial teams, and external partners.
• Present technical concepts and recommendations to customers and senior leadership.

Skills

Strong communication

Creative thinking

Customer-focused mindset

Curious and innovative

Adaptable and pivot

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Data Science/Packaging Science or related field

Job description

Sealed Air in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Sr. Front End Innovation Engineer to scout new technologies, vet startups, and work on packaging equipment and adjacent projects. The role emphasizes non-standard, fast-moving challenges and customer interactions.

You will generate ideas, lead cross-functional teams, travel up to 30%, and present findings to executives. A technical background in Mechanical/Electrical/Data Science or related fields, plus 7+ years of relevant experience, is required.