Packaging Engineer

Astrix Technology; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrix Technology in Princeton, New Jersey, is seeking a Senior Packaging Engineer to lead packaging development from concept to commercialization for new product launches.

You will manage qualification, testing, and documentation, collaborate with suppliers, drive cost savings and sustainability, and mentor engineers across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of packaging development experience in consumer products or similar industries.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, processes, and testing methodologies.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects from concept to launch.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Packaging knowledge

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering

Job description

Packaging Engineer

Engineering

Princeton, New Jersey, US

• Added - 17/08/2026

Pay Rate Low: 55 | Pay Rate High: 60

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.

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.