Lead Packaging & Material Handling Systems Designer

WSP in the U.S.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Packaging & Material Handling Systems Designer to support the growth of our Facilities and Industrial Systems practice. This role is open to candidates based in Meridian, ID; Plover, WI; or Minneapolis, MN offices.

You will design packaging and material handling systems from concept through construction, lead junior designers, and collaborate with clients and engineers. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to deliver

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• 3+ years of packaging systems, material handling, or industrial facilities design experience.
• Experience in AutoCAD (2D/3D); Inventor or similar 3D modeling tools.
• Ability to interpret and work with scan data/point cloud files.
• Understanding of manufacturing, food & beverage, or equipment-based environments.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10-30%.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of packaging and material handling systems, including conveyors, process layouts, and equipment integration.
• Produce and review CAD and 2D/3D design deliverables, drawings, PFDs, P&IDs, and bid/construction packages.
• Perform mass balances, conveyor calculations, layouts, and related technical documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior designers and drafters, including task delegation and schedule coordination.
• Support project execution: scope development, schedule adherence, and coordination with project managers.
• Lead and participate in site visits for data collection and construction/installation support.
• Present design deliverables to clients in virtual and in-person settings.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, clients, vendors, and contractors.
• Apply constructability, safety, and operational considerations throughout design.

Skills

Strong communication skills

3D modeling

AutoCAD

Inventor

Interpret scan data/point clouds

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD (2D/3D)

Inventor

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Packaging & Material Handling Systems Designer to support the growth of our Facilities and Industrial Systems practice. This role is open to candidates based in Meridian, ID; Plover, WI; or Minneapolis, MN offices.

You will design packaging and material handling systems from concept through construction, lead junior designers, and collaborate with clients and engineers. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to deliver