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Mechanical Engineer Packaging Machinery Jobs (NOW HIRING)

... packaging machinery and automation systems utilizing existing platforms and proven engineering ... Detail working drawing mechanics for economical manufacturing practices. * Research purchased ...

... packaging machinery and automation systems utilizing existing platforms and proven engineering ... Detail working drawing mechanics for economical manufacturing practices. * Research purchased ...

... packaging machinery for the tissue, nonwovens, hygiene, bag-converting, mailing, and printing ... Mechanical Engineer -** **Paper Converting Machine Company -** **Green Bay, WI**Under minimal ...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$101K - $134K/yr

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will lead the design and development of custom and standard ... Manage packaging machine design projects from concept through final testing following Ossid ...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$101K - $134K/yr

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will lead the design and development of custom and standard ... Manage packaging machine design projects from concept through final testing following Ossid ...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$101K - $134K/yr

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will lead the design and development of custom and standard ... Manage packaging machine design projects from concept through final testing following Ossid ...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$101K - $134K/yr

... packaging machinery for the tissue, nonwovens, hygiene, bag-converting, mailing, and printing ... Mechanical Engineer - Paper Converting Machine Company - Green Bay, WI Under minimal supervision ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for mechanical engineer packaging machinery in the United States is $102,878.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $126,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Mechanical Engineer Packaging Machinery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,878 per year, or $49.5 per hour.

Eng I, Mechanical Eng

Orlando, FL • On-site

Smurfit Westrock
Paper Manufacturing

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago


Smurfit Westrock rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 278 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

62nd of 122 rated packaging manufacturers


Job description

General Information
Job ID
ATR65459
Posting Job Title
Mechanical Engineer
Locations
FL Orlando Container
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
06-Aug-2026
Relocation Support
No
Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
Career Opportunity
Design and develop packaging machinery and automation systems utilizing existing platforms and proven engineering concepts to deliver reliable performance, quality, and cost-effective manufacturing solutions.
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:
  • Provide standard machinery designs for solving our customers' packaging needs and develop effective packaging processes.
  • Utilize 3D CAD software to design and develop packaging machinery and automation systems using established engineering standards and best practices.
  • Responsible for accuracy of calculations in the fields of kinematics, dynamics, pneumatics and servo motion analysis required for designing automation mechanisms and equipment.
  • Create and maintain mechanical bills of materials, in a structured format and submit to production for manufacturing on the specific equipment.
  • Detail working drawing mechanics for economical manufacturing practices.
  • Research purchased mechanical components for adequate sizing and selection of mechanical devices.
  • Develop working assembly drawings for production and customer usage in component identification.
  • Assist in cost reduction and quality improvement of the mechanical designs for our machinery
  • Understand customer's mechanical specifications and needs for their packaging operations.
  • Support machine commissioning, troubleshooting, installation, and startup activities as required.
  • Participate in design reviews and collaborate with electrical, controls, manufacturing, purchasing, and service teams to ensure successful project execution.
  • Develop and maintain engineering automation tools, scripts, and software utilities to improve engineering workflows, automate repetitive business and design processes, increase data accuracy, and enhance productivity.
  • This may include integrating CAD systems, engineering databases, ERP/MRP systems, document management systems, and other business applications through APIs, scripting, and custom software solutions.
  • Evaluate, implement, and support emerging digital technologies, including AI, scripting, low-code platforms, and custom software, that improve engineering efficiency, standardization, and overall business operations.

What you need to succeed:
  • 3+ years of experience in mechanical design of automation equipment, packaging machinery, or related industrial machinery.
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling.
  • Good analytical and mathematical skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline required.
  • Good verbal and written communications skills.
  • Knowledge of standard drafting practices.
  • Strong documentation and technical communication skills.
  • Good understanding of manufacturing practices.
  • Capable of construction and implementing mechanical designs.
  • Risk assessment and machine safety.
  • Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python, C#, VBA, JavaScript, or similar languages preferred.
  • Experience developing automation tools or software that improve engineering workflows, business processes, CAD automation, data management, or system integration is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with REST APIs, SQL databases, version control systems, and software development best practices is preferred.
  • Ability to identify repetitive engineering and business processes and develop practical automation solutions that improve efficiency and data integrity.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

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