Job Description: Packaging Engineer

The Packaging Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing innovative packaging solutions that meet the highest standards for food safety, product quality, and sustainability. This role will focus on packaging for consumer goods within the food industry, ensuring that materials and processes align with regulatory requirements and operational efficiency goals. The Packaging Engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Operations, R&D, Quality Assurance, and Procurement, to ensure the successful execution of packaging projects.

ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and optimize packaging solutions that meet food safety, product quality, and sustainability standards.Ensure packaging materials and processes comply with FDA and USDA regulations.Utilize packaging design software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks, and testing equipment for project execution.Implement sustainable packaging practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, R&D, Quality Assurance, and Procurement.Support scale-ups with new customers and streamline new processes and procedures for packaging and processing.Must HavesBachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.3-5 years of experience in packaging engineering, preferably within the CPG/food industry.Strong knowledge of packaging regulations, including FDA and USDA requirements.Proficiency in packaging design software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and testing equipment.Experience with sustainable packaging practices.Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to drive continuous improvement.Proficient in Microsoft Office, IQMS, and Outlook.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in food manufacturing and food safety.Knowledge of CAPE and TOPS software.

This Role is Located in IL and requires Relocation

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.