Packaging Engineer

Default Brand; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions company based in St. Paul, Minnesota is looking for a creative Packaging Engineer to design innovative packaging concepts and support various teams. The ideal candidate has an associate degree and proficiency in SolidWorks and other design tools. Responsibilities include maintaining the packaging lab, working on sample creation, and providing technical support. The salary range is $70,000–$90,000 annually and includes a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of related experience preferred.
• Familiarity with packaging equipment or related industry is a plus.
• Ability to read, interpret, and produce technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and assemble packaging samples using relevant tools.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the packaging lab.
• Support sales engineers with quotes and samples.

Skills

SolidWorks

ArtiosCAD

AutoCAD

Google SketchUp

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Verbal communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in engineering, packaging, business, marketing, communications, or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Kongsberg cutting table

Compression tester

Large-format graphic printer

Job description

Delkor Systems is a leading manufacturer of advanced packaging machinery, proudly headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota. For more than 50 years, we’ve partnered with top consumer packaged goods companies to deliver innovative, reliable, and efficient packaging automation solutions. Our equipment—ranging from case packing to cartoning to robotic automation—helps customers improve performance, reduce waste, and enhance the presentation of their products in markets around the world.

Delkor Systems is seeking a creative and detail‑oriented Packaging Engineer to support our Sales, Marketing, Applications, Engineering, and Materials teams. This role is central to enabling new business opportunities by designing innovative packaging concepts, creating physical samples, and providing technical support across departments.

You will serve as the primary internal contact for packaging design needs, ensuring customer requests are met with accuracy, creativity, and technical excellence.

About the Role

Delkor Systems is seeking a creative and detail‑oriented Packaging Engineer to support our Sales, Marketing, Applications, Engineering, and Materials teams. This role is central to enabling new business opportunities by designing innovative packaging concepts, creating physical samples, and providing technical support across departments.

You will serve as the primary internal contact for packaging design needs, ensuring customer requests are met with accuracy, creativity, and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Packaging Design & Sample Creation – Design, build, and assemble packaging samples—trays, cartons, cases, and more—using SolidWorks, ArtiosCAD, AutoCAD, Google SketchUp, and related tools.
• Maintain the packaging lab and all associated equipment, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and proper operation.
• Operate lab equipment including the Kongsberg cutting table, compression tester, and large-format graphic printer.
• Support Sales Engineers and Sales Managers with quotes, samples, drawings, follow‑ups, FATs, and general project needs.
• Respond to requests for samples, brochures, drawings, and other materials used in customer conversations.
• Create TOPS drawings to help sales teams illustrate packaging concepts to customers.
• Assist with ROI analyses when needed.
• Collaborate with Marketing to design packaging with integrated graphics.
• Participate in trade shows and conferences as required.

• General Duties – Produce high‑quality packaging samples for sales presentations, marketing displays, and customer demonstrations. Support the creation of packaging samples for Delkor’s displays and trade show exhibits. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience – Associate degree in engineering, packaging, business, marketing, communications, or a related field required; bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of one year of related experience preferred. Familiarity with packaging equipment or a related industry is a plus.
• Technical Skills – Proficiency with SolidWorks, ArtiosCAD, AutoCAD, Google SketchUp, and Microsoft Office. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to read, interpret, and produce technical drawings.
• Soft Skills – Highly organized with strong attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines; strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills; collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Physical Requirements – Ability to sit for extended periods and perform computer‑based work; bend, reach, kneel, and support hands‑on lab activities; ability to lift 10–40 lbs occasionally; 60% office‑based work at a computer or desk; 10% travel to customer or vendor locations; 30% work on the assembly floor with exposure to production tools, noise, chemicals, and varying temperatures.
• Tools & Equipment – Standard office equipment (computer, phone, copier, printer, calculator); light industrial equipment including shrink wrapper, hot melt glue system, and cardboard cutting tools.

Salary Range: $70,000–$90,000 annually. Final salary is based on education, experience, skills, and job‑related factors.

Delkor offers a competitive Total Rewards package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Life and disability insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

Delkor is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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