Packaging Structural Engineer

icreatives; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative agency is seeking a Packaging Structural Engineer to design innovative packaging solutions for a large retail client. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, managing projects from concept to production, and expertise in materials and sustainability initiatives. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience, proficiency in CAD and Adobe Creative Suite, and a strong portfolio showcasing their work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in structural packaging design/engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD software (ArtiosCAD, SolidWorks, or similar).
• An online portfolio showcasing structural packaging expertise.

Responsibilities

• Create effective, compelling visual designs for packaging.
• Manage and direct design and production projects from concept to completion.
• Ensure project specifications and requirements are met.

Skills

Structural design

Project management

Adobe Creative Suite

Communication

Quality control

Tools

CAD software

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the job Packaging Structural Engineer

Get ready to flex your design and engineering muscles! We are searching for a talented Packaging Structural Engineer to join our team and support our large retail client near Rogers, AR. This is your chance to collaborate with a globally recognized Private Brands team, focused on delivering impactful, innovative packaging solutions that combine creativity and structural integrity.

You'll play a critical role in shaping the future of packaging. If you're a hands-on packaging enthusiast with a knack for structural design, engineering principles, and turning conceptual ideas into real-world, shelf-ready solutions, this is the opportunity for you!

What You'll Be Doing:

• Create effective, compelling visual designs for packaging ranging from concept, design, project management, and production
• Understand the competitive landscape and trends in packaging design
• Possess exceptional skills in Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop with solid skills in InDesign, Acrobat
• Ability to manage and direct design and production projects from concept to completion on time
• Ensure project specifications, requirements, and handoffs are met
• Expert knowledge of substrate, packaging printing processes, die-lines
• Hands-on in creating mock-ups/comps and final production assets
• Adhere to best practices in branding guidelines, layout, color theory, composition, typography, graphic design, etc.
• Work as a team player, excel in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Assist in quality control checking art files for specifications, and branding requirements
• Be the prime communicator between cross-functional teams and suppliers
• Communicate with team leads and stakeholders about improvements

What You'll Bring to the Table:

• 5+ years of experience in structural packaging design/engineering, ideally in private branding, retail, or manufacturing environments.
• Expertise in materials (paperboard, plastics, corrugate, etc.), manufacturing processes, and sustainability initiatives
• Proficiency in CAD software (ArtiosCAD, SolidWorks, or similar) and Adobe Creative Suite for rendering designs
• Hands-on experience with prototyping tools and techniques for creating mock-ups and comps
• Strong project management skills to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Clear and effective communication skills to liaise between creative teams, suppliers, and stakeholders
• An online portfolio showcasing your structural packaging expertise is required!

This is a temporary, onsite OR remote opportunity working with a creative design team based near Rogers, AR.

To apply, please submit your resume, case studies, and portfolio link with packaging design samples for immediate consideration. Please include your samples of print packaging production.

Due to the volume of applications, we cannot respond to each application personally. If we are interested in your qualifications, we will contact you by phone or email as soon as possible.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. Our client will sponsor or take over the sponsorship of employment visas.

iCreative is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants and talent will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We believe in providing a culture that embraces and champions diversity, equity, & inclusion because it truly fosters creativity.