Packaging Engineer

TechDigital Group; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TechDigital Group is seeking a skilled Packaging Engineer to design, develop, and maintain labeling solutions for industrial and HVAC products. The role involves managing label content, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with various teams to drive cost optimization.

The ideal candidate will have a BE/BTech in Mechanical or Packaging Engineering with 5–8 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in labeling design software like Bartender and CodeSoft is essential, along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in industrial product labeling and packaging.
• Experience in HVAC or industrial products is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain labeling solutions for industrial products.
• Manage label content definition including barcodes and product information.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with product design, quality, and regulatory teams.
• Drive cost optimization related to labels and marking solutions.

Skills

Industrial labeling design and implementation

Bartender

CodeSoft

Barcode standards (1D / 2D)

Label materials and adhesives

Mechanical engineering fundamentals

Data analysis

Education

BE / BTech – Mechanical Engineering / Packaging Engineering

Post Graduate Diploma in Packaging

Tools

SAP

MS Office tools

Job description

Qualification

• BE / BTech – Mechanical Engineering / Packaging Engineering
• Post Graduate Diploma in Packaging (preferred)
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in industrial product labeling and packaging

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain labeling solutions for industrial / HVAC products, including primary, secondary, and logistics labels
• Own label artwork development, version control, and change management in line with product and regulatory requirements
• Strong hands‑on experience with label design software such as Bartender and CodeSoft
• Manage label content definition including part numbers, barcodes, QR codes, regulatory symbols, multilingual text, and product information
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (ASTM, ISO, customer standards, and regional compliance requirements)
• Collaborate closely with product design, quality, manufacturing, procurement, and regulatory teams
• Support NPI / NPD programs by defining labeling requirements during early design stages
• Drive cost optimization and VAVE initiatives related to labels and marking solutions
• Support supplier development, RFQs, sourcing, prototyping, validation, and PPAP (where applicable)
• Resolve manufacturing and field issues related to labeling durability, adhesion, readability, and traceability
• Document labeling specifications, validation reports, and engineering change documentation

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong expertise in industrial labeling design and implementation
• Hands‑on experience with:
  • Bartender
  • CodeSoft
  • Barcode standards (1D / 2D – Code 128, QR, DataMatrix, etc.)
• Knowledge of label materials, adhesives, printing technologies (thermal transfer, direct thermal, laser, inkjet)
• Understanding of environmental performance (temperature, humidity, chemical resistance, abrasion)
• Working knowledge of packaging and labeling standards (ASTM, ISTA, ISO)
• Strong background in mechanical engineering fundamentals
• Experience in HVAC or industrial products is highly preferred
• Proficiency in SAP, MS Office tools, and basic data analysis for proposals and cost comparisons
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interaction with internal teams and suppliers