Mechanical Design Engineer for Packaging

Team: Design

Location: US

Commitment: Contract

Workplace Type: remote

Accountabilities:

• Create part packaging solutions optimized for automation, packing density, material handling, and new product requirements.
• Drive improvements to part design and manufacturing line equipment to enhance efficiency and logistics performance.
• Collaborate with Product Design and Material Flow Engineering to develop Plan for Every Part (PFEP) packaging inputs.
• Optimize part designs for inbound logistics, automation pick-ability, handling, and manufacturing requirements.
• Establish best practices for automation-focused packaging and maintain a reliable source of truth for lineside packaging and handling requirements.
• Promote modular and off-the-shelf technologies where appropriate to reduce design time and improve scalability.
• Partner with Vehicle Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Packaging Engineering, and Factory Design teams to develop end-to-end solutions.
• Evaluate and balance product, manufacturing, packaging, technical, and financial constraints when developing solutions.
• Present technical recommendations and negotiate solutions across multiple engineering and operational stakeholders.
• Drive design decisions that improve supply chain efficiency and support future product and manufacturing needs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years of experience in mechanical design, product design, or a combination of mechanical design and highly automated manufacturing.
• Proven experience designing components or systems from concept through production validation.
• Extensive knowledge of packaging design and material handling equipment, particularly within manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of prototyping, manufacturing, and assembly processes is preferred.
• Familiarity with automation equipment, fixtures, and the integration of equipment designs into existing or new manufacturing systems.
• Proficiency with CATIA or SolidWorks, including engineering drawing creation and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and their application to automated manufacturing and packaging solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present and defend technical recommendations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a practical, detail-oriented approach.
• Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Benefits:

• Compensation of approximately $45–$60 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, and location.
• Competitive compensation package for W2 employees.
• Healthcare insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Major holidays.
• Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state law.
• Remote work opportunity.
• Opportunity to influence product design, packaging, automation, and manufacturing processes.
• Exposure to complex engineering challenges spanning product development and supply chain optimization.