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Systematics

Packaging Engineer

Itasca, IL

$70K - $80K/yr

Systematics is a family-owned and operated business in Itasca, IL that designs and produces retail ... Minimum 2 years of professional experience in packaging design and engineering, food and beverage ...

Arizona Tea Co.

NY · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

AriZona's mission is to offer top quality beverages in uniquely designed packages that are accessible and affordable. AriZona Beverages - makers of the number one ready-to-drink Iced Tea in America ...

Smurfit Westrock

$125 - $150/hr

Senior Service Manager, Beverage Packaging Systems | Smyrna, GAThe Opportunity: Reporting to the ... Mental health support and wellness programs designed to promote overall well-being * Generous paid ...

Smurfit Westrock

Senior Service Manager

Smyrna, GA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Senior Service Manager, Beverage Packaging Systems | Smyrna, GAThe Opportunity: Reporting to the ... Mental health support and wellness programs designed to promote overall well-being * Generous paid ...

TalkingRain Beverage Company

$150 - $200/hr

WHO WE ARE We're Talking Rain Beverage Company, we create better-for-you beverages featuring great ... Design and execute experiments to evaluate new package designs, alternative materials, process ...

TalkingRain Beverage Company

WI · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

WHO WE ARE We're Talking Rain Beverage Company, we create better-for-you beverages featuring great ... Design and execute experiments to evaluate new package designs, alternative materials, process ...

Casa Madera

Beverage Manager

West Hollywood, CA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

The Beverage Manager plays a critical role in shaping the guest experience through beverage quality ... package designed to support your health, well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

Casa Madera

Beverage Manager

West Hollywood, CA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

The Beverage Manager plays a critical role in shaping the guest experience through beverage quality ... package designed to support your health, well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

Blakes Beverage Company

Packaging Tech

Armada, MI

$16.25 - $20/hr

... them to their designed intent Ensure finished product is safely and neatly stored in its ... line, beverage/canning knowledge preferred Self-motivated with a positive attitude and ongoing ...

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How much do beverage packaging designer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for beverage packaging designer in the United States is $68,738.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $81,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a beverage packaging designer do?

A Beverage Packaging Designer is responsible for creating the visual and structural design of packaging for beverages such as soft drinks, juices, and alcoholic drinks. Their work involves developing packaging that is both visually appealing and functional, ensuring that it protects the product and attracts consumers. Designers often collaborate with marketing teams, engineers, and manufacturers to ensure that the packaging meets branding guidelines, regulatory requirements, and production constraints. They also consider sustainability, cost, and user experience in their designs.

What are some common challenges beverage packaging designers face when balancing creativity with industry regulations?

Beverage Packaging Designers often navigate the challenge of creating eye-catching, brand-aligned designs while adhering to strict industry regulations regarding labeling, safety, and sustainability. Designers must stay updated on legal requirements—such as ingredient disclosure, recycling symbols, and barcodes—while ensuring the packaging stands out on crowded shelves. Additionally, collaborating with marketing, production, and compliance teams is essential to ensure that both creative vision and regulatory standards are met throughout the design process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a beverage packaging designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Beverage Packaging Designer, you need a strong background in graphic design, knowledge of materials and production processes, and a relevant degree such as in industrial or packaging design. Familiarity with design software like Adobe Creative Suite, 3D modeling tools, and print production systems is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for developing innovative packaging that meets both branding and regulatory needs. These skills ensure the creation of attractive, functional, and compliant packaging that stands out in a competitive market.

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Infographic showing various Beverage Packaging Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,738 per year, or $33 per hour.

Senior Packaging & Material Handling Systems Designer

WSP

Meridian, ID • On-site

$35.15 - $51.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Key responsibilities

  • Support the design and development of packaging and material handling systems, including conveyors, process layouts, and equipment integration.

  • Produce and review CAD and 2D/3D design deliverables, including physical building layout drawings, equipment and system drawings, PFDs, P&IDs, and bid and construction packages.

  • Support project execution by contributing to scope development, adhering to schedules, and collaborating with project teams and clients.

WSP rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description


The Opportunity
WSP is seeking a Senior Packaging & Material Handling Systems Designer to support the growth of our Facilities and Industrial Systems practice. This role is ideal for an experienced designer who brings strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to deliver high-quality packaging system designs from concept through construction.
This role is open to candidates based in our Meridian, ID; Houston, TX; Plover, WI; or Minneapolis, MN offices.
Key Responsibilities
  • Support the design and development of packaging and material handling systems, including conveyors, process layouts, and equipment integration.
  • Produce and review CAD and 2D/3D design deliverables in accordance with WSP, client, and industry standards. Develop and review physical building layout drawings, equipment and system drawings, PFDs, P&IDs, and bid and construction packages
  • Perform and contribute to mass balances, conveyor calculations, layouts, and related technical documentation.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior designers and drafters, including task delegation, quality control, and schedule coordination.
  • Support project execution, including scope development, schedule adherence, and coordination with project managers.
  • Lead and participate in site visits for data collection, existing conditions verification, and construction/installation support.
  • Present design deliverables to clients in both virtual and in-person settings.
  • Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, clients, vendors, and contractors.
  • Apply constructability, safety, and operational considerations throughout the design process.

Required Qualifications
  • High School Diploma
  • 9+ years of progressive experience in packaging systems, material handling, or industrial facilities design.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work directly with clients and project stakeholders.
  • Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD (2D/3D); experience with Inventor or similar 3D modeling tools.
  • Demonstrated experience leading or independently executing complex packaging system layouts.
  • Ability to interpret and work with scan data and point cloud files.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing, food & beverage, or equipment-based environments.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 10-30%.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Technical Design degree or related education.
  • Experience designing food or beverage packaging or manufacturing systems.
  • Knowledge of simulation tools and system optimization techniques.
  • Prior experience supporting construction or installation activities.
  • Familiarity with multidisciplinary project delivery in a consulting environment.

WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Hourly (all locations): $35.15 - $51.25
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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