Packaging Engineering Specialist

at  Boeing

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is looking for a Packaging Engineering Specialist (Level 2 or Level 3) to support the TWL Packaging West Team based out of Renton, Washington.
Transportation, Warehousing & Logistics (TWL) supports operations and strategy in logistics, warehousing, and packaging engineering. Joining TWL will introduce you to the company’s many operations requiring logistics support. Our Packaging Engineering Specialists are hard-working, goal-oriented and creative. We are looking for a new team member to participate in supporting complex projects and initiatives related to Packaging goals and objectives.
Packaging Engineering Specialists perform a critical function that includes, but is not limited to, making recommendations for the storage and distribution of materials; evaluating, classifying, designing, developing and testing packaging for parts protection and hazardous materials; researching, developing and validating packaging designs; and designing and developing material handling devices.
Travel within the Puget Sound may be required to support other Boeing locations.
We are committed to providing our team equal opportunity for growth in a stable encouraging work environment. We encourage every teammate to feel empowered to bring their best through creativity, innovation, and diversity, which drives a positive culture through transparency, safety, quality, and respect. Above all, employees will be provided the opportunity to seek, speak, and listen within the organization, which they are encouraged to share externally with each Boeing customer to develop and build balanced and mutually beneficial work relationships.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• 1+ years of experience or education reading & interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• 1+ years of experience working with CAD/CAM software (e.g. SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD)
• 1+ years of experience using professional written and verbal communication skills to achieve deliverables
• 1+ years of experience working with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• 3+ years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience with packaging or engineering
• 1+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
• 1+ years of experience working independently
• 1+ years of experience analytical and design skills
• 1+ years of experience critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Degree in Engineering or Technical Discipline

TYPICAL EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Associate (Level 2):
Typically, 3 or more years’ related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required.
Mid-Level (Level 3):
Typically, 6 or more years’ related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required.

• Under supervision, determines efficiencies and prepares improvements for implementation as part of cost effective worldwide distribution and storage by considering practical packaging and/or handling applications.
• Assists in providing logistics support analysis by applying established company policies and procedures in accordance with domestic and international laws.
• Assists in developing warehousing material flow, equipment layout, and capital budget to store assembly and support materials.
• Under supervision, maintains employee awareness for hazardous materials (dangerous goods) general familiarization, function specific, and safety requirements by providing walk-through support to meet federal and international regulations.
• Assists in training and compliance for the implementation of HM-232 (Hazardous Materials Security Plans) for the receiving, storing and shipping of hazardous materials.
• Under supervision, evaluates, classifies and develops packaging instructions for hazardous materials.
• Assists in planning the markings, labeling, packaging, and documentation for shipments in compliance with Federal, State, and International regulations.