Package Engineer

Pay Rate: $73.00–$75.00 per hour
Duration: 1-Year Contract
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Work Locations:

• Through Q1 2027: 200 Elm Street, Stamford, CT

• Q2 2027 and Forward: 30 Trefoil Drive, Trumbull, CT

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Package Engineer to lead and support packaging development programs from concept through implementation. This role serves as a technical packaging expert on cross-functional project teams and is responsible for developing packaging solutions that meet performance, quality, safety, manufacturing, and business requirements.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical background in packaging engineering, packaging materials, package testing, and packaging systems, with the ability to independently manage moderately complex projects and provide clear technical direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and design new packaging solutions for the safe, convenient, and effective transportation and delivery of products.

• Develop packaging material standards, specifications, engineering drawings, and technical requirements.

• Evaluate existing packaging test methods and develop new testing protocols when needed.

• Design and coordinate laboratory testing and plant trials to qualify new packaging materials, designs, and equipment.

• Evaluate packaging and transportation methods to ensure compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.

• Recommend improvements to packaging materials, processes, automation, and packing procedures.

• Partner with suppliers to determine appropriate packaging materials and designs based on product characteristics, performance requirements, safety, and special-handling needs.

• Provide technical support related to packaging quality, package performance, material supply, and manufacturing requirements.

• Troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex packaging-related technical issues.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional project teams.

• Support or coordinate activities with contract packaging and labeling sites as needed.

• Oversee exterior package design considerations, including product identification, printing appearance, production techniques, and consumer appeal.

• Develop realistic project timelines, testing plans, and contingency plans to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.

• Identify potential project risks and proactively develop solutions.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to co-ops and entry-level engineers.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Systems, or a related field.

• Solid understanding of packaging materials, applications, testing, specifications, and manufacturing processes.

• Experience managing packaging development and qualification projects.

• Ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex technical packaging issues.

• Experience coordinating laboratory testing, plant trials, and packaging-material qualification.

• Strong project-management skills with the ability to manage timelines, budgets, priorities, and technical deliverables.

• Ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to clearly communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate issues and develop contingency plans.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently while seeking additional technical guidance when appropriate.

• Collaborative, adaptable, persistent, and results-oriented approach to project execution.

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan