Packaging Engineer – Body, Lip, & Hair
About The Position
Sol de Janeiro is seeking a Packaging Engineer to develop and implement packaging solutions for body, lip, and hair products. The role works with Global Product Marketing, Product Development, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, packaging design teams, suppliers, and contract manufacturers to ensure packaging meets brand standards for functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability. The Packaging Engineer supports packaging development from feasibility through commercialization, with ownership based on experience and demonstrated capability. The role also contributes to packaging specifications, testing, validation, documentation, technical transfers, troubleshooting, sustainability initiatives, and continuous improvement. The position is part of a globally recognized beauty brand headquartered in New York, with teams in Paris, London, and Germany.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
- 2–5 years of experience in packaging engineering, package development, packaging testing, quality, or a related technical packaging function.
- Foundational knowledge of packaging materials, components, testing methodologies, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience evaluating packaging testing, interpreting technical specifications and drawings, and documenting technical results.
- Demonstrated technical problem-solving and analytical skills, including troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
- Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver against timelines.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to work cross-functionally and with external suppliers and manufacturing partners.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Confident communicator.
- High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to partner effectively across functions.
Responsibilities
- Support and manage packaging development for launches from feasibility through commercialization, with ownership based on experience and demonstrated capability.
- Collaborate with the packaging design team to develop feasible, innovative solutions that meet the brand’s aesthetic, design guidelines, and sustainability commitments.
- Develop scalable, supply-chain-efficient packaging aligned with brand, operational, cost, and quality objectives.
- Assist with troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and resolution of packaging-related issues.
- Contribute to risk assessments, feasibility reviews, and technical recommendations for project decision-making.
- Own packaging specifications, testing, validation, and documentation to support robust execution and launch readiness.
- Support technical transfers between suppliers, manufacturing sites, or regions as needed.
- Support Package Development ESG initiatives, including sustainability improvements, material optimization, and data gathering for EPR reporting.
- Contribute to continuous improvement across processes, testing standards, supplier strategies, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Collaborate with suppliers and contract manufacturers to align technical requirements, testing, and execution.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus program for full-time team members.
- Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth.
- Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality.
- Opportunity to be part of a fast-growing, award-winning global beauty brand.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
