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Packaging Design Engineer

Plano, TX

$130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Who we're looking for Toyota's Manufacturing Parts Operations is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Packaging Design Engineer. The primary responsibility of this role is to work with ...

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Packaging Design Engineer I is primarily responsible for developing custom packaging designs and specifications in compliance with customer- or industry standards while meeting performance ...

Packaging Design Engineer I is primarily responsible for developing custom packaging designs and specifications in compliance with customer- or industry standards while meeting performance ...

Packaging Design Engineer I

Hayward, CA · On-site

$155K/yr

Packaging Design Engineer I is primarily responsible for developing custom packaging designs and specifications in compliance with customer- or industry standards while meeting performance ...

Packaging Design Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$57K - $98K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Packaging Design Engineer will work on a team of packaging engineers and technicians to design and develop protective packaging solutions for prospective and existing Sealed Air customers. The ...

Packaging Design Engineer

San Luis Obispo, CA

$106K - $142K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Convert engineering requirements and CAD models into complete packaging designs, drawings and specifications. * Conduct and document validation testing (drop, vibration, shock, environmental, transit ...

Packaging Design Engineer

San Luis Obispo, CA · On-site

$106K - $142K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Convert engineering requirements and CAD models into complete packaging designs, drawings and specifications. * Conduct and document validation testing (drop, vibration, shock, environmental, transit ...

Packaging Design Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site +1

$57K - $98K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Packaging Design Engineer will work on a team of packaging engineers and technicians to design and develop protective packaging solutions for prospective and existing Sealed Air customers. The ...

Silicon Packaging Design Engineer

Hillsboro, OR

$148K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are seeking an experienced Silicon Packaging Design Engineer with a strong background in board design and package-board integration to drive the end-to-end development of test boards supporting ...

Silicon Packaging Design Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$135K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are seeking an experienced Silicon Packaging Design Engineer with a strong background in board design and package-board integration to drive the end-to-end development of test boards supporting ...

Silicon Packaging Design Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$135K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are seeking an experienced Silicon Packaging Design Engineer with a strong background in board design and package-board integration to drive the end-to-end development of test boards supporting ...

Silicon Packaging Design Engineer

Phoenix, AZ

$135K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Intel seeks a motivated and innovative Silicon Packaging Design Engineer to join our team, driving the end-to-end development of silicon interposer and bridge designs that define the future of ...

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How much do packaging design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for packaging design engineer in the United States is $135,040.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $136,000.00 and $136,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Packaging Design Engineer vs Packaging Technician?

AspectPackaging Design EngineerPackaging Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in packaging engineering, industrial design, or related fieldHigh school diploma or associate degree, technical training
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, R&D labs, manufacturing settingsProduction lines, warehouse, testing facilities
Job FocusDeveloping and optimizing packaging designs, materials, and prototypesImplementing packaging processes, testing, and quality control
Industry UsageUsed by companies creating new packaging solutionsUsed in packaging assembly and quality assurance

The Packaging Design Engineer primarily focuses on creating and improving packaging designs, requiring specialized education and working in design environments. In contrast, the Packaging Technician handles the implementation, testing, and quality control of packaging in production settings. Both roles are essential in the packaging industry but differ in responsibilities and skill requirements.

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

To thrive as a Packaging Design Engineer, you need a background in engineering or industrial design, strong CAD skills, and a solid understanding of materials science. Familiarity with tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and packaging testing systems, as well as knowledge of industry standards, is typically required. Creativity, problem-solving, and effective collaboration are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure that packaging solutions are innovative, cost-effective, and meet safety and sustainability requirements.

What are some common challenges faced by a packaging design engineer when developing new packaging solutions?

Packaging Design Engineers often encounter challenges balancing functionality, cost, and sustainability in their designs. They must ensure that packaging protects the product during transit and storage while also considering material efficiency and environmental impact. Additionally, collaborating with cross-functional teams such as marketing, manufacturing, and logistics is crucial to align design with brand requirements and production capabilities. Tight deadlines and changing client specifications can further add to the complexity of the role.
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Infographic showing various Packaging Design Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $135,040 per year, or $64.9 per hour.

Packaging Design Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

San Jose, CA • On-site

$175K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


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Job description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.
At AMD, we believe technology can change lives for the better. It can heal us, entertain us, and make us more connected, productive, and understanding of the world around us. And we're looking for talent who feel the same: people who want to leave the planet better than they found it, those who don't shy away from humanity's challenges but are determined to help solve them.
AMD is powering the next generation of supercomputing, high-performance computing, cloud, and AI. Whether you're designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or creating go-to-market plans, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger - technology that moves the world forward.
THE TEAM:
The AECG - Embedded Team builds and optimizes platforms for embedded and commercial applications, working across silicon, firmware, and software to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions at scale.
THE ROLE:
The AMD Adaptive and Embedded Computing Group is seeking an experienced and self-motivated package design engineer. As a key member of the Package group, you will work across chip, technology and systems teams to define cost effective and high performance solutions.
THE PERSON:
This is a high visibility position working on multiple package families for the FPGA devices. The ideal candidate should have the ability to understand electrical requirements and translate to the proper package technology requirements that is cost effective and manufacturable. This role requires good communication skills to work with other teams and engineers at the various design centers to carry the projects from design start to signoff stages.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Use Cadence tools for design, modeling and simulations. Enable timely closure of designs by getting involved with pre-design negotiations with chip/system teams and take it to design sign off.
  • Use analytical and simulation tools to define package/module design requirements (technology, stack-up, etc.) in the project conception stages and negotiate with chip/system teams on product specification.
  • Conduct routing, stack-up & component placement studies in addition to completing the package design activities. Translate requirements (Design guidelines, technology, stack-up, manufacturing time etc) for various device packaging.
  • Collaborate with PCB Layout Engineers to optimize the package ballmap and chip team to optimize the die size.
  • Develop multi-signal package/module models over 50 GHz bandwidth and suitable test structures for model to measurement correlation.
  • Come up with performance metrics for organic package technologies in order to design high speed chips and systems.
  • Performing Power Integrity analysis for core as well as IO and generate power delivery network requirements with emphasis on model to measurement correlation.
  • Develop scripts for checking package parameters across device families, maintain a database of electrical design guidelines and rules for IO and PDN package layout implementations.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Have a good understanding of various Organic/PCB technologies in order to interpret/negotiate layout guidelines.
  • Package/PCB layout experience. Experience in high power, Gbs IO products is a plus.
  • Current working Knowledge of Cadence package design tool is a must. knowledge of SKILL is a plus.
  • Working knowledge of 2D/3D package design and modeling tools, such as Cadence, Ansys, AutoCAD etc.
  • Knowledge on DoE, DFM/DFR is a plus.
  • Good knowledge of SerDes design and package/PCB layout constraints.
  • Mentor junior package designers in the group.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering

LOCATION: San Jose, CA ; San Diego, CA
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Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants' needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD's "Responsible AI Policy" is available here.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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