Packaging Design Engineer: AutoCAD & Production Support

Aldez Group; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldez Group is seeking an Engineering Associate to design packaging solutions using AutoCAD and to support production on the shop floor. The role blends engineering design with hands‑on manufacturing and administrative tasks, translating customer needs into manufacturable drawings.

The ideal candidate is detail oriented, mechanically inclined, and comfortable in both office and manufacturing environments, with strong CAD skills and good teamwork. AutoCAD proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or technical certification preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is required.
• Ability to create, revise, and interpret technical drawings, dimensions, layouts, and production specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to work hands-on in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate production machinery safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across design work, production support, and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Design custom packaging solutions using AutoCAD based on customer requirements, product dimensions, shipping needs, material specifications, and internal manufacturing capabilities.
• Translate customer requests, sketches, samples, specifications, and internal direction into accurate 2D drawings, layouts, and production-ready design files.
• Work with sales, customer service, production, and management to understand customer needs and convert them into practical packaging solutions.
• Review designs for manufacturability, material usage, durability, cost efficiency, and compatibility with available equipment and production processes.
• Create, revise, and maintain technical drawings, specifications, design files, and related documentation.
• Support samples, prototypes, and mockups for customer review or approval when needed.
• Assist with design revisions, production questions, fit issues, quality concerns, and machine setup requirements related to packaging designs.
• Maintain organized engineering files, customer specifications, revision histories, and production records.
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve quality, simplify production, and lower costs through better design or process improvements.

Skills

AutoCAD

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree / technical certification (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

ArtiosCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Aldez Group is seeking an Engineering Associate to design packaging solutions using AutoCAD and to support production on the shop floor. The role blends engineering design with hands‑on manufacturing and administrative tasks, translating customer needs into manufacturable drawings.

The ideal candidate is detail oriented, mechanically inclined, and comfortable in both office and manufacturing environments, with strong CAD skills and good teamwork. AutoCAD proficiency is required.