Packaging Engineer III

Jobtailor; Kentucky; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Packaging Equipment Systems Engineer to lead the design, installation and commissioning of manufacturing packaging lines. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver customized solutions and reinforce the project team on complex packaging initiatives.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in packaging systems engineering, strong communication, and expertise with automation controls and 2D CAD. Travel ranges 20–40% based on project stage.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Industrial, or Packaging Systems Engineering is required.
• 5+ years of packaging systems engineering experience.
• Experience with large capital projects engineering/management; strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, installation, and commissioning of packaging lines for consumer products.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver customized packaging solutions.
• Prepare equipment lists and data sheets; assist in vendor and contractor bid packages.

Skills

Packaging Equipment Systems Eng.

Large Capital Project Eng./Mgmt.

Automation Control Systems

Effective Communication

2D CAD

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Industrial Engineering

BS in Packaging Systems Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

• Support and/or lead the design, installation and commissioning of manufacturing lines focused on the packaging operations of consumer products
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide customized solutions
• Reinforce the overall project team by serving as a member of the packaging team on complex projects
• Support the technical lead on all aspects of packaging systems design and integration development
• Prepare equipment lists and data sheets as needed
• Assist in preparing vendor and contractor bid and construction packages
• Travel expectations range from 20% to 40% depending on project stage

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in mechanical, industrial or packaging systems engineering
• 5+ years of demonstrated professional work experience in a Packaging Equipment Systems Engineering or related field of work
• Experience in large capital project engineering/management
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Advanced excel skills are a plus
• 2D CAD experience is a plus
• Advanced understanding of automation control systems (PLC, HMI, VFD’s, etc.) is a plus

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Packaging Equipment Systems Engineering, with a strong focus on the design, installation, and commissioning of manufacturing lines. Proficient in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver customized packaging solutions and manage large capital projects effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Packaging Equipment Systems Engineering
• Large Capital Project Engineering/ManagementAutomation Control Systems (PLC, HMI, VFDs)
• 2D CAD Experience
• Effective Communication Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Packaging Systems Design
• Installation and Commissioning
• Equipment Lists Preparation
• Vendor and Contractor Bid Preparation
• Mechanical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Excel Proficiency
• MS Office Proficiency

Soft Skills

• Collaboration
• Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Packaging Systems Engineering

Industry Keywords

• Consumer Products
• Manufacturing Lines
• Packaging Operations
• Project Team Reinforcement