Senior Packaging Design and Development Engineer at Zippo GmbH

Bradford, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Packaging Design, Development, CAD, ArtiosCAD, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Prototyping, ISTA Testing, ASTM Testing, Project Management, Root-Cause Analysis, Cost Analysis, Supplier Evaluation, Material Science, Manufacturing Processes, Mentoring

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Senior Packaging Design and Development Engineer PRIMARY DUTIES: * Lead end‑to‑end development of primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging for new and existing products. * Initiate and implement packaging design changes that improve quality, manufacturability, and cost efficiency. * Design, create, and modify die lines, drawings, and CAD models as needed. * Creative concepts to be validated by utilizing rapid prototyping tools (including cutting tables) to validate die lines, prove out concepts, and produce samples for stakeholders. * Ensure all packaging designs comply with required testing standards and performance criteria. * Develop and execute packaging test protocols aligned with ISTA, ASTM, and internal standards. * Lead the development of new packaging systems and the implementation of manufacturing and assembly processes. * Develop packaging specifications, documentation, visual manufacturing aids, and assembly training materials. * Track production problems; conduct root-cause analyses, fault isolation, and failure investigations. * Analyze test data and drive corrective actions to improve packaging reliability and performance. * Prepare and manage project timelines, ensuring milestones are met. * Collaborate with sales, brand, innovation, marketing, engineering, and logistics teams to develop proposals and execute new initiatives. * Provide engineering support based on product knowledge, packaging systems, manufacturing processes, logistics, and customer requirements. * Support marketing driven packaging concepts from ideation through commercialization. * Communicate technical information clearly to management and key stakeholders. * Work collaboratively with team members to identify and develop optimal packaging solutions. * Work with suppliers to evaluate materials, technologies, and production processes. * Provide support to domestic and international suppliers during development and production phases. * Ensure packaging specifications, tooling, BOMs, and documentation are accurate and up to date. * Travel to international and domestic suppliers as needed to support development and manufacturing activities. * Lead initiatives to reduce material usage, improve recyclability, and adopt sustainable packaging innovations. * Conduct cost analyses and identify opportunities to eliminate waste and improve manufacturing efficiency. * Maintain awareness of new packaging trends, materials, processes, and technologies. * Mentor junior and mid-level packaging engineers. * Perform related duties and special projects as assigned. EDUCATION AND ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Science or Design, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent field AND; * 5+ years experience in Packaging Development, Packaging Design, commercialization, or similar functions OR; * Any similar combination of education and experience. * Understanding of Manufacturing and Supply Chain functions. * Proven record of assisting in the development and successful launch of new and existing products. * Strong proficiency in CAD (ArtiosCAD, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, or similar). * Hands-on experience with ISTA and ASTM testing standards. * Demonstrated experience mentoring engineers or leading technical teams. * Strong understanding of material properties, converting processes, and packaging manufacturing methods. * Excellent communication, project management, and analytical problem‑solving skills. * Experience in consumer goods, electronics, or related industries working with corrugated, paperboard, rigid plastics, and flexible barrier materials preferred. * Knowledge of sustainability practices or lifecycle assessment. * Proficient with palletization optimization or simulation tools. * Demonstrated Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required. * Knowledge of AX operating system a plus. ***This is a salaried exempt, full on-site position located in Bradford, PA. This position is open to remote if selected candidate resides greater than 45 miles from Bradford, PA.*** Smoking is permitted in most areas of Zippo workplaces facilities, other than certain designated non-smoking areas.

Responsibilities

This role involves leading the end-to-end development of primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging, initiating design changes to improve quality and cost efficiency, and developing packaging specifications and training materials. The engineer will also track production problems, conduct root-cause analyses, and manage project timelines while collaborating across various internal teams and supporting suppliers.