Sustainable Battery Packaging Engineer

Redwood Materials; Ridgeville (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwood Materials is seeking a Packaging Engineer to lead development, specification, and implementation of packaging solutions across the product line. You will ensure safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance, with emphasis on shipping hazardous materials and sustainability throughout the value chain.

The role requires knowledge of packaging materials, testing methods, and equipment, plus cross-functional collaboration with production and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering preferred.
• 1+ years’ experience in packaging design in a technology or manufacturing company.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, batteries, equipment, and testing methods.
• Preferred experience with hazardous materials regulations and transport compliance.
• Strong experience managing projects and working in a cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop packaging solutions for various products, ensuring all customer and regulatory requirements are met.
• Conduct testing and certification from applicable authorities for packaging solutions.
• Implement and maintain packaging standards and protocols for all Redwood Materials’ products and processes.
• Act as a primary contact with suppliers and internal stakeholders during new package development.
• Responsible for problem solving processes; works with production facilities and suppliers to recommend and implement solutions to packaging problems.
• Develop cost containment / savings / quality improvement ideas through research of improved sources of supply, technology, and materials.
• Maintains up to date knowledge of material innovation and all associated training available for the Logistics Department.
• Assists in the research of environmental compliance requirements involving packaging components.
• Stay up to date on trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes in the industry.

Skills

Packaging design

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Sustainability

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Packaging Engineering

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Redwood Materials is seeking a Packaging Engineer to lead development, specification, and implementation of packaging solutions across the product line. You will ensure safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance, with emphasis on shipping hazardous materials and sustainability throughout the value chain.

The role requires knowledge of packaging materials, testing methods, and equipment, plus cross-functional collaboration with production and suppliers.