Packaging Engineer

Astrix; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrix in Princeton, NJ seeks a Senior Packaging Engineer to lead packaging development from concept to commercialization. You will support new product launches, cost-reduction programs, and sustainability efforts, while mentoring junior engineers and guiding cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes managing packaging qualification, testing, and supplier collaboration to ensure robust, scalable packaging solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in packaging/engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of packaging development experience.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and testing methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects from concept through launch.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development of primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging systems.
• Manage packaging qualification, testing, and commercialization activities.
• Support manufacturing trials, startup activities, and resolution of packaging-related issues.
• Create and maintain packaging specifications and technical documentation.
• Drive cost savings, productivity improvements, and sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate with suppliers on packaging development and qualification efforts.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across teams.

Skills

Packaging development experience

Cross-functional leadership

Materials and testing knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Overview

The Senior Packaging Engineer leads packaging development initiatives from concept through commercialization, supporting new product launches, packaging improvements, supplier qualifications, and cost‑reduction programs.

Pay Rate Low: 55 | Pay Rate High: 65

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in development of primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging systems.
• Manage packaging qualification, testing, and commercialization activities.
• Support manufacturing trials, startup activities, and resolution of packaging‑related issues.
• Create and maintain packaging specifications and technical documentation.
• Drive cost savings, productivity improvements, and sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate with suppliers on packaging development and qualification efforts.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of packaging development experience, preferably in consumer products or similar industries.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and package testing methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional projects from concept through launch.