Lead Packaging Systems Engineer - High Speed Beverage Production

Foth Careers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consulting firm as a Lead Packaging Systems Engineer, where you will lead innovative projects to enhance packaging systems for clients in the food and beverage industry. This role offers the opportunity to work from home in California while collaborating with a dynamic team dedicated to solving complex engineering challenges. With over 85 years of experience, the company prides itself on a values-based culture that fosters professional growth and development. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a significant impact, this position is your chance to shine in a supportive and engaging environment.

Benefits

Flexible Work Environment

Professional Growth Opportunities

Supportive Colleagues

Diverse and Exciting Projects

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in design/integration of food/beverage systems.
• Strong project execution experience in packaging systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects for improving and integrating packaging systems.
• Conduct audits, data analysis, and solution development.

Skills

Project Management

Data Analysis

Coaching and Mentoring

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

BS Mechanical Engineering

BS Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 29 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth.

Foth is currently seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented Lead Packaging Systems Engineer who has a desire to contribute to our clients’ success and is looking for new learning experiences and opportunities for career growth. This position will be working out of a California Based work from home location.

Position Overview:

The primary focus of this position is to lead projects for improving existing packaging systems and integrating new packaging systems for our clients. In this role, you will be involved with all phases of the project execution cycle from concept through execution. While performing the primary tasks associated with this position, within scope, schedule and budget, you will be asked to lead the following efforts:

Existing Packaging Systems

1. Auditing & data analysis
2. Solution development
3. Documentation updating/development and management

New Packaging Systems

1. Scoping
2. Estimating
3. Scheduling
4. Design development
5. Installation
6. On-Site commissioning
7. Performance testing
8. Documentation development and management

Primary objectives of this position include presenting proposals and information to both internal and external audiences and coaching, delegating to, and mentoring other engineers and designers. Travel to other Foth offices or client locations will be regularly required (approximately 30% annual average).

Required Qualifications:

• BS Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or equivalent technical experience
• 10+ years of experience with design and/or integration of food/beverage systems
• Capital project execution experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15+ years with packaging systems design including, but not limited to, conveyor types and appropriate applications for various types of materials, ancillary packaging equipment (bulk glue delivery systems, balers, container and case coders, etc.)
• 5+ years of beverage industry experience, specifically including high-speed (1000 containers/minute or higher) container handling
• Working in a consulting environment
• Understanding of balanced line flow for packaging systems
• CAD software experience
• PE registration or ability to obtain
• Bilingual in Spanish (b1 proficiency)

Preferred Previous Experience with the Following High Speed Packaging Equipment:

• Liquid or solid filling and closure systems
• Labeling systems
• Inspection and rejection systems (container, case/carton, label placement, etc.)
• Case erecting and packing systems
• Depalletizers, palletizers, and stretch wrapping

Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 a year

Why Foth:

Established Reputation : With over 86 years of experience, we are proud to be 100% member-owned.

Dynamic Culture : Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate.

Challenging Projects : Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.