Structural Designer

Ernest Packaging Solutions • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Ernest Packaging Solutions is currently seeking a Structural Designer for our division located in Houston, TX. This is a full-time position offering a competitive base salary, great benefits, and a supportive, people-first company culture that encourages creativity and collaboration.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in packaging design.
• Ability to conceptualize packaging from concept through completion.
• Strong knowledge of various packaging types, materials, and production methods.
• Proven ability to drive projects to completion in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Extensive design experience in retail POP displays, industrial packaging, and folding cartons.
• Proficient in ArtiosCAD (including parametric designs), ArtiosCAD 3D, and DataCenter Admin.
• Experience in display and/or retail-ready packaging design and development.
• Hands-on experience with CAD table operations, maintenance, and technical support for ESKO systems (e.g., Kongsberg/Data Tech tables).
• Proficient in Cape palletization software and strength analysis.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with customers and sales staff.
• College education or significant coursework in computers, CAD, and drafting, or equivalent work experience.
• Exceptional Microsoft Office skills (particularly Word and PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales Representatives to discuss design projects, determine appropriate solutions, and create designs using ArtiosCAD.
• Work both independently and as part of a team with a cooperative, can-do attitude, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Create packaging samples using the CAD table.
• Manage, prioritize, and execute multiple projects effectively while meeting deadlines.
• Develop detailed production specifications from prototypes.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including maintaining safety standards and good housekeeping practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Great benefits
• Supportive, people-first company culture that encourages creativity and collaboration

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees