Packaging Engineer II

Temperpack; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TemperPack is seeking a Packaging Engineer II in Richmond, VA to advance packaging solutions for cold‑chain shipping, from density calculations to ISTA‑aligned testing. You will collaborate with the Packaging Engineering team, use SOLIDWORKS and Onshape, and maintain testing data and CAD diagrams for customers and sales materials.

The role requires a BS in Packaging or Mechanical Engineering and 3–5 years of box/corrugated design with 2–4 years in cold‑chain shipping, plus ISTA I/II

Qualifications

• BS in Packaging or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3–5 years of box and corrugated design experience.
• 2–4 years of cold‑chain shipping experience.
• ISTA CTP I and II certification within 6 months.
• Project management experience.
• CAD/FEA experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Team‑player attitude.
• Excellent written, spoken, and listening communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented and quality‑focused.

Responsibilities

• Document and assess existing pack‑out solutions; measure and weigh packing elements, calculate density, void space, surface area, and other key metrics.
• Use math, software, and ingenuity to develop new pack‑out configurations that optimize shippers for performance, economics, or other customer specifications.
• Maintain a database of solutions by diagnosing inbound samples and informing solution design.
• Collaborate with other Packaging Engineers to design, conduct, and document thermal packaging tests in line with ISTA standards; assist in design, preparation, and maintenance of testing materials and equipment, analyze data, and prepare test reports for customers.
• Utilize CAD software to create accurate packaging diagrams for testing, sales, and marketing documents.
• Employ Excel and CAD programs such as SOLIDWORKS and Onshape.
• Be organized, detail‑oriented, and maintain a “test mentality”; define objectives, use creative thinking, eliminate variables, and clearly explain outcomes to stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a continuous learning mindset and willingness to learn new tasks as the business grows.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Education

BS in Packaging or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/FEA

SOLIDWORKS

Onshape

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details: Location: TemperPack, Richmond, VA (ZIP 23222); Position: Full Time; Education Level: 4‑Year Degree; Travel: None; Shift: Day; Category: Engineering.

Job Title

Packaging Engineer II (Supervisor: Packaging Engineering Manager; Department: Packaging Engineering; Location: Richmond, VA)

About TemperPack

TemperPack is a rapidly growing company located in Richmond, VA, with additional sites in Las Vegas, NV, and Holt, MI. We design and manufacture innovative, sustainable packaging components for cold‑chain shipping of food and pharmaceutical products, aiming to replace non‑sustainable alternatives like Styrofoam coolers.

Essential Job Functions

• Document and assess existing pack‑out solutions; measure and weigh packing elements, calculate density, void space, surface area, and other key metrics.
• Use math, software, and ingenuity to develop new pack‑out configurations that optimize shippers for performance, economics, or other customer specifications.
• Maintain a database of solutions by diagnosing inbound samples and informing solution design.
• Collaborate with other Packaging Engineers to design, conduct, and document thermal packaging tests in line with ISTA standards; assist in design, preparation, and maintenance of testing materials and equipment, analyze data, and prepare test reports for customers.
• Utilize CAD software to create accurate packaging diagrams for testing, sales, and marketing documents.
• Employ Excel and CAD programs such as SOLIDWORKS and Onshape.
• Be organized, detail‑oriented, and maintain a “test mentality”; define objectives, use creative thinking, eliminate variables, and clearly explain outcomes to stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a continuous learning mindset and willingness to learn new tasks as the business grows.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

• BS in Packaging or Mechanical Engineering (or another relevant degree).
• 3‑5 years of box and corrugated design experience.
• 2‑4 years of cold‑chain shipping experience.
• Achievement of ISTA CTP I and II certification within 6 months.
• Project management experience.
• CAD/FEA experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Team‑player attitude.
• Excellent written, spoken, and listening communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented and quality‑focused.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 40 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and climb while performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments.
• Ability to correctly wear PPE for the entire shift.
• Ability to react and respond quickly to noises, smells, visual hazards, and alerts.
• Must be active and on feet throughout the shift; some days primarily at desk, other days moving around lab, measuring materials, and setting up samples.

TemperPack provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a covered veteran/ reservist, and any other class of protected individuals, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The company uses E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E‑Verify, including rights and responsibilities, visit www.E‑Verify.gov.