Packaging Engineer

Job#: 3051651

Job Description:

Client: Amazon Robotics

Title: Junior Packaging Engineer

Duration: Long-term Contract w/ potential to extend or convert

Location: Westboro, MA - Onsite (Open to relocation candidates)

Pay: $35-$48/hr

Job Summary

Amazon is seeking a Packaging Engineer to support the rapid prototyping, testing, and development of innovative e-commerce packaging solutions. This role is ideal for an early-career engineer who is passionate about package design, hands-on product development, and creating customer-focused packaging experiences. The Packaging Engineer will collaborate with senior designers and cross-functional teams to accelerate design iterations, execute testing protocols, and help deliver scalable, sustainable packaging solutions that meet aggressive project timelines. This position offers a blend of design, testing, and operational responsibilities. Approximately 25% of the role will focus on packaging design while the remainder will involve prototype development, laboratory testing, logistics coordination, and supporting packaging initiatives throughout the product development lifecycle.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Rapid Prototyping & Design

• Create and modify physical packaging prototypes using ARTIOS CAD software.
• Operate cutting table equipment to produce accurate packaging samples for evaluation and testing.
• Rapidly iterate packaging concepts based on stakeholder feedback and project requirements.
• Support the development of corrugated, folding carton, and display packaging solutions.
• Assist senior packaging designers in documenting design specifications and manufacturing requirements.
• Provide input on packaging manufacturability, cost optimization, and production readiness.

Testing & Validation

• Execute ISTA and ASTM packaging test protocols on prototype packaging solutions.
• Record, analyze, and communicate testing results, observations, and recommendations.
• Identify failure modes and support corrective design improvements.
• Maintain testing equipment and ensure calibration and operating standards are met.
• Support package performance validation to ensure quality and customer experience expectations are achieved.

Logistics & Material Management

• Coordinate the shipment and receipt of prototypes, devices, packaging materials, and testing samples.
• Track incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure timely delivery.
• Assist with inventory management and organization of packaging materials and prototypes.
• Partner with suppliers and internal teams to resolve logistics and material challenges.
• Support hands-on activities within the lab, including moving materials and preparing samples for testing.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with senior designers, engineers, suppliers, and business stakeholders.
• Support packaging development initiatives while adhering to project timelines and quality standards.
• Contribute innovative ideas that improve package performance, sustainability, and customer experience.
• Communicate project updates, testing outcomes, and recommendations effectively to team members and leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Packaging Engineering or a related Engineering discipline.
• 1+ years of experience in packaging engineering, packaging design, or related packaging development environments (internship and volunteer experience qualifies).
• Experience designing paper-based packaging solutions, including corrugated, folding carton, and display packaging.
• Proficiency with CAD software.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with aggressive project timelines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform hands-on work in a laboratory or prototype development environment, including moving materials and preparing test samples.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

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Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Westborough, MA, US

Job Type:

Engineering and Technicians

Date Posted:

September 11, 2026

Pay Range:

$35 - $48 per hour

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