Packaging Engineer

CRH Plc. • Tampa, FL

39d • $125,000 - $140,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Packaging Engineer will be vital to the design, development, and implementation of packaging solutions that ensure product integrity, optimize costs, and support sustainability goals. The ideal candidate will collaborate cross-functionally with product development, manufacturing, logistics, and marketing teams to deliver high-quality packaging systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in packaging design and development (heavy industrials, consumer goods, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, or similar industries preferred)
• Strong knowledge in packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and sustainability practices
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks) and packaging testing protocols
• Strong project management and communication skills
• Knowledge of sustainability practices and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, ISO, ASTM)
• Experience with automation and packaging machinery
• Familiarity with Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) tools
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma certification

Responsibilities

• Design and develop packaging for new and existing products, ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards
• Conduct packaging testing (e.g., drop, vibration, compression) to validate performance
• Collaborate with suppliers to source materials and evaluate packaging technologies
• Optimize packaging for cost, sustainability, and supply chain efficiency
• Work with multiple materials (Wood, Shrink Wrap, Cardboard, etc.) to develop packaging solutions
• Identify areas of process improvements and develop implementation steps with affected teams
• Create collaboration with Marketing and Product Development and maintain packaging specifications, drawings, and documentation
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and troubleshoot packaging-related issues in production or distribution
• Stay current with industry trends, materials, and technologies, including NMFT compliance
• Maintenance and management of master data and accuracy review for packaging specifications

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees