Advanced Packaging Engineer

3M•Maplewood, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Packaging Engineer provides direct and/or indirect package engineering services to assigned operating units. The role involves package design, development, and scale-up based on customer requirements and expectations, as well as organizing implementation of new and existing package designs through testing, evaluation, presentation, and recommendations. The engineer investigates ways to reduce packaging material costs and improve process efficiency, evaluates options to improve packaging sustainability and circularity, and contributes to multiple product lines and business groups. The position is onsite at least four days a week at 3M Center in Maplewood, Minnesota, and may involve up to 20% domestic or international travel. Relocation assistance may be authorized. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, completed and verified before starting.
Two years of package engineering or design experience in a private, public, government, or military environment.
Legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Nice To Haves

Three years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Experience in packaging design and development, preferably in manufacturing or consumer goods.
Strong knowledge of packaging materials, technologies, and industry standards.
Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software and other relevant tools.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams and effectively communicate ideas and recommendations.
Knowledge of packaging-related regulatory requirements and certifications, such as FDA, ISO, and ISTA.
Familiarity with sustainability practices and considerations in packaging design.
Strong project management skills, including managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
A continuous learning mindset to stay current on industry advancements and best practices.

Responsibilities

Provide direct and/or indirect package engineering services to assigned operating units.
Design, develop, and scale up packaging based on customer requirements and expectations.
Organize implementation of existing and new package designs, including testing, evaluation, presentation, and recommendation of results.
Investigate opportunities to decrease packaging material costs and increase process efficiencies.
Evaluate packaging options to improve the sustainability and circularity of packaging components.
Contribute to the growth and continued success of multiple product lines and business groups.
Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.
Contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.