Game Packaging Engineer — Part-Time Contract

Exploding Kittens; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Exploding Kittens is seeking a Packaging Engineer to design and refine dielines, size boxes and packouts, and ensure packages are durable, cost-effective, and production-ready. This role partners with Art, PMO, and Production to align packaging with game content and shelf goals, while supporting multiple titles in development.

The position is part-time, temporary, about 15–20 hours per week for roughly three months, with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Structural Packaging Design, Product Design, or related field.
• Strong proficiency in Illustrator and InDesign; CAD/3D modeling experience is a plus.
• Experience in toy, game, consumer product, or retail packaging preferred.
• Strong understanding of packaging manufacturing processes, materials, dielines, and production requirements.
• Ability to review BOMs and determine appropriate box sizes, insert structures, and packaging dimensions.
• Excellent organization and time management; capable of managing multiple SKUs and deadlines.
• Clear visual, verbal, and written communication; able to present technical recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Execute packaging engineering and dieline creation for new games, including boxes, inserts, trays, and packout.
• Review BOMs to size game boxes and internal components based on content and costs.
• Recommend insert tray structures and packout solutions for protection, setup, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Art, PMO, and Production to align packaging with goals and quality standards.
• Provide feedback on structural changes and resolve issues before final production.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, material efficiency, and durability improvements.
• Maintain organized files with proper layers, naming conventions, and specifications.

Skills

Illustrator

InDesign

CAD/3D modeling

Packaging design

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or related field

Job description

Exploding Kittens is seeking a Packaging Engineer to design and refine dielines, size boxes and packouts, and ensure packages are durable, cost-effective, and production-ready. This role partners with Art, PMO, and Production to align packaging with game content and shelf goals, while supporting multiple titles in development.

The position is part-time, temporary, about 15–20 hours per week for roughly three months, with potential extension.