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Senior Packaging Engineer Jobs in Elgin, IL (NOW HIRING)

The LaSalle Group

Packaging Engineer

Bellwood, IL · On-site

$40 - $50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Translate findings and innovations into clear recommendations for senior leadership. * Develop and ... What You Bring as a Packaging Engineer * 3+ years of experience in packaging engineering-CPG/food ...

Systematics

Packaging Engineer

Itasca, IL

$70K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You'll work closely with senior engineers, sales, and manufacturing teams to design, prototype, and test corrugate packaging and point-of-purchase (POP) displays that meet functional, aesthetic, and ...

Conagra Brands, Inc.

Principal Packaging Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$109K - $159K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Reporting to the Senior Director, Packaging, you will lead the identification, development, and ... You will also act as a technical mentor and key resource for packaging engineering platforms. A ...

Conagra Brands, Inc.

Packaging Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$64K - $95K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Support technical projects with guidance from senior-level engineers. * Serve as a subject matter expert in selected packaging technologies and educate packaging staff on such technology. * Provide ...

Kraft Heinz Company

Sr Sci, R&D - Packaging Dev

Glenview, IL · On-site

$89K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Sr Scientist, R&D - Packaging Development - Complex Projects Job Purpose Are you passionate about ... Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering (or related field) with minimum ...

Conagra Brands

Principal Packaging Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$109K - $159K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Reporting to the Senior Director, Packaging, you will lead the identification, development, and ... You will also act as a technical mentor and key resource for packaging engineering platforms. A ...

Kraft Heinz Company

Sr Sci, R&D - Packaging Dev

Glenview, IL · On-site

$89K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Senior Scientist, Packaging R&D - Meat, Cheese, Coffee, and Snacking This Senior Scientist ... * BS or MS in Packaging, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

Kraft Heinz Company

Sr Sci, R&D - Packaging Dev

Glenview, IL · On-site

$89K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This Senior Scientist Packaging R&D role provides packaging leadership across innovation ... * BS or MS in Packaging, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

Kraft Heinz Company

Sr Sci, R&D - Packaging Dev

Glenview, IL · On-site

$89K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Sr Scientist, R&D - Packaging Development, Philadelphia Job Purpose The Sr Packaging Scientist will have the opportunity to be a technical leader by providing direction and execution of projects.

Lactalis USA

Sr. Packaging Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Sr. Packaging Project Manager is responsible for managing and leading projects related to the ... EducationBachelor?s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering.Experience5+ years? experience ...

Packaging Corp. of America

Senior Staff Engineer

Lake Forest, IL · On-site

$110K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small ... People Customers Trust Senior Staff Engineer Location: Flexible (Lower 48 States) | Travel: 80 ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior packaging engineer in Elgin, IL is $113,257.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,400.00 and $117,600.00 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 Elgin, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,257 per year, or $54.5 per hour.

Senior Packaging Engineer, Vernon Hills, IL

Becton, Dickinson and Company

Vernon Hills, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

BD rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 141 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

322nd of 490 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
  • Owner of BDG's (Business Development Goals), responsible for developing and qualifying packaging solutions for aseptic and non-aseptic medical devices. Ensures alignment with domestic and international guidelines and standards.
  • Leader of design control process of medium and high complexity projects. Owner of packaging systems specifications.
  • Able to lead complex projects impacting design inputs / outputs, verification by testing / analysis, from start to end. Ensures appropriate multi-functional strategy is in place and manages risks appropriately to ensure compliance to specifications and timeline.
  • Translate customer needs into engineering requirements leading to specific packaging and process specifications
  • Represent the R&D Packaging Function on multi-functional teams in order to drive Packaging strategy
  • Demonstrate strong personal accountability for successful completion of designate specific tasks and/or complete projects.
  • Effectively communicate and influence decisions among project teams as well as functional and business leadership reviews
  • Proactively develop, maintain & share technical knowledge in specialized area(s), remaining up to date on current trends and company policies. Mentor junior members in the organization

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering or a related technical field, with equivalent experience also considered; advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in packaging engineering within the medical device or drug development industries.
  • Proven track record developing different packaging design systems for sterile medical device and/or pharmaceutical products. Demonstrated understanding to ISO 11607-1 & 2, ISO 13485, ISO 16975, ICH Guidelines, and packaging-related ASTM or ISTA standards.
  • Demonstrated expertise in Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), statistical analysis, and Design of Experiments methodologies.
  • Proven ability to define and document packaging requirements for sterile packaging solutions. Proficient designing different packaging systems types for medical devices and pharmaceutical products.
  • Experience with packaging design software ex. CAPE or TOPS and Solidworks.
  • Skilled in verification and validation of content sterile packaging systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Experienced developing Packaging PFMEA and DFMEA.
  • Proven experience developing technical rationales and design verification by analysis for pharmaceutical and/or medical device closure systems.
  • Experience performing FEA to evaluate and optimize packaging designs.
  • Understanding and application of core engineering principles, including first-principles analysis and calculations, to address packaging design challenges and development activities.

At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates' well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:
  • Annual Bonus
  • Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus

Health and Well-being Benefits
  • Medical coverage
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Hospital Care Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accidental Injury Insurance
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Short-term disability coverage
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Long-term care with life insurance

Other Well-being Resources
  • Anxiety management program
  • Wellness incentives
  • Sleep improvement program
  • Diabetes management program
  • Virtual physical therapy
  • Emotional/mental health support programs
  • Weight management programs
  • Gastrointestinal health program
  • Substance use management program
  • Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit

Retirement and Financial Well-being
  • BD 401(k) Plan
  • BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
  • 529 College Savings Plan
  • Financial counseling
  • Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
  • Daily Pay
  • College financial aid and application guidance

Life Balance Programs
  • Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
  • Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
  • MetLife Legal Plan
  • Group auto and home insurance
  • Pet insurance
  • Commuter benefits
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Academic Achievement Scholarship
  • Service Recognition Awards
  • Employer matching donation
  • Workplace accommodations

Other Life Balance Programs
  • Adoption assistance
  • Backup day care and eldercare
  • Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
  • Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes

Leave Programs
  • Bereavement leaves
  • Military leave
  • Personal leave
  • Family and Medical Leave (FML)
  • Jury and Witness Duty Leave

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You."
Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed.
Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.
Salary Range Information
$95,900.00 - $153,400.00 USD Annual

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BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. We have over 65,000 employees and a presence in virtually every country around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues.

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