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Senior Packaging Engineer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

... packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that ... engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. Central Engineering is KLA's largest ...

Job title: Sr Engineer - Quality Department / Division: Quality Assurance/Research and Development ... This position will have responsibility across a range of product and package types with a focus on ...

Senior Project Engineer

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$93K - $122K/yr

Senior Project Engineer As a Senior Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and ... Process, Packaging, Electrical, Construction or Construction Management. * In-depth understanding ...

Senior Data Engineer

Lansing, MI · On-site

$125K - $155K/yr

Position: Senior Data Engineer Salary: $125,000-$155,000 Benefits: Free Healthcare options ... Competitive compensation and benefits package with $0 cost healthcare options. * Work in a modern ...

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How much do senior packaging engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior packaging engineer in Michigan is $99,861.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,900.00 and $103,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior packaging engineer?

A Senior Packaging Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing packaging solutions for products to ensure functionality, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. They collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product development, manufacturing, and marketing, to create packaging that meets regulatory requirements and enhances user experience. Additionally, they analyze materials, conduct testing, and implement improvements to enhance packaging performance and reduce environmental impact.

What does a senior packaging engineer do?

As a Senior Packaging Engineer, your daily responsibilities often include designing and testing packaging solutions, evaluating material performance, and optimizing current packaging designs for cost and sustainability. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as product development, manufacturing, marketing, and suppliers to ensure packaging meets both technical and branding requirements. Expect to lead or contribute to project teams, conduct root cause analyses for packaging failures, and stay up-to-date with regulatory and environmental guidelines. This role typically offers a mix of desk-based design work, on-site testing, and meetings, providing varied opportunities for both technical development and leadership.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior packaging engineer?

A Senior Packaging Engineer typically requires a degree in engineering (mechanical, packaging, or related field), extensive experience in packaging design, and strong knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes. Proficiency in CAD software, packaging simulation tools, and familiarity with industry standards like ISTA or ASTM certifications is common. Excellent project management, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills set top candidates apart. These skills are critical for developing innovative, cost-effective packaging solutions that meet quality, safety, and regulatory requirements while collaborating across teams.

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Infographic showing various Senior Packaging Engineer job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,861 per year, or $48 per hour.

Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Orbotech

Ann Arbor, MI

$120K - $205K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago


Job description

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA's metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. Central Engineering is KLA's largest engineering organization comprised of 9 Centers-of-Excellence (CoE) in various disciplines applied across all product groups in the company. These CoE include Handling & Automation, Precision Motion Control, Sensors & Image Acquisition, Platform Design, and Packaging Engineering, among others. Talent includes over 500 engineers across global centers in Israel, China, India, and the US. Each CoE contributes not just talent and deliverables per discipline toward product programs, but also subject matter expertise, best practices, roadmaps, specialized facilities, apparatus, models, and analytics. These differentiate KLA not only in WHAT we do, but also in HOW we do it.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

KLA is looking for a Opto-Mechanics Engineer in our Central Engineering Group in Ann Arbor. The engineer will work in a team of opto-mechanical design engineers and optical engineers responsible for optics modules across different divisions within the corporation. The engineer drives the modeling, designing, detailing, and testing new opto-mechanical sub-system for the next generation of KLA tools!

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design of complex opto-mechanical sub-systems including precision mechanical components and subsystems.

  • Collaborate with suppliers worldwide to develop complex, reliable solution for KLA's next generation tools.

  • Understand and drive system and subsystem requirement specifications.

  • Lead concept and detailed designs including design reviews.

  • Guide material and component selection for optical and opto-mechanical systems, precision drives and actuators.

  • Propose feasibility studies and proof of concepts.

  • Drive the definition of test criteria and build test plans for functional prototypes.

  • Guide the release process according to KLA's standard processes.

  • Work with multi-functional groups and lead system-level discussions including impact on overall system performance

  • Lead problem solving activities at subsystem and system levels


Qualifications:

  • Strong understanding of optical and mechanical engineering principles and fundamentals including precision mechanical mechanisms, heat transfer, fabrication methods, and integration and testing.

  • Experience with FEA simulations for structural and thermal analysis.

  • Proficient in 3D solid modeling using CAD, preferably ProE/Creo.

  • Analytical problem-solving skills in the structural, optical and thermal domains.

  • Proficient in engineering tolerance and error budgets

  • Excel working in a multi-discipline and multi-culture global organization

  • Excellent writing skills and verbal communication

  • Ability to travel for training, project support and support of customers globally

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years

Base Pay Range: $120,700.00 - $205,200.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLAKLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us attalent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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