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Dorman Products

Sr. Packaging Engineer

Colmar, PA · On-site

Job Summary As a Senior Packaging Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing packaging solutions specifically for automotive products. Your role will involve ...

aspensurgical

Sr Packaging Engineer

Caledonia, MI · On-site

The Senior Packaging Engineer will drive packaging development, validation, and optimization activities aligned with global strategies for revenue growth, cost improvement, business continuity, and ...

Intellectt INC

Packaging Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

Senior Packaging Engineer Location: Boston, MA Duration: 12+ Months Experience: 5 Years Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Senior Packaging Engineer with a strong background in medical device ...

Magna

Senior Packaging Engineer

Troy, MI

The Senior Packaging Engineer leads the development and execution of innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective packaging strategies across the organization. This role supports global manufacturing ...

Magna

Senior Packaging Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

The Senior Packaging Engineer leads the development and execution of innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective packaging strategies across the organization. This role supports global manufacturing ...

Ifg

Senior Packaging Engineer

Oakwood, GA

$105K - $155K/yr

We are searching for a Sr. Packaging Engineer for our Engineering group that has outstanding leadership and critical thinking qualities. This experienced packaging professional is responsible for ...

Ifg

Senior Packaging Engineer

Torrance, CA · On-site

$105K - $155K/yr

We are searching for a Sr. Packaging Engineer for our Engineering group that has outstanding leadership and critical thinking qualities. This experienced packaging professional is responsible for ...

King's Hawaiian

Senior Packaging Engineer

Oakwood, GA · On-site

$105K - $155K/yr

We are searching for a Sr. Packaging Engineer for our Engineering group that has outstanding leadership and critical thinking qualities. This experienced packaging professional is responsible for ...

Amgen, Inc.

Senior Packaging Engineer

New Albany, OH · On-site

Senior Packaging Engineer What you will do Let's do this. Let's change the world. The Packaging Engineering department is a key partner to commercial manufacturing, providing direct technical support ...

Amgen

Senior Packaging Engineer

New Albany, OH

Senior Packaging Engineer What you will do Let's do this. Let's change the world. The Packaging Engineering department is a key partner to commercial manufacturing, providing direct technical support ...

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How much do senior packaging engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior packaging engineer in the United States is $114,573.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,500.00 and $119,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the primary responsibilities and day-to-day activities of a Senior Packaging Engineer?

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 is a Senior Packaging Engineer job?

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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Senior Packaging Engineer position, and why are they important?

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 the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,573 per year, or $55.1 per hour.
Senior Packaging Engineer

Senior Packaging Engineer

Campbell Soup Company

Camden, NJ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao's Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder's of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.
Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.
Why Campbell's...
  • Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
  • Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
  • Campbell's offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
  • If in WHQ - free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
  • Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell's. Our "Campbell's Cares" program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
  • Campbell's has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

The Senior Packaging Engineer is responsible for the development and implementation of primary, secondary and tertiary packaging for innovation, renovation, cost reduction, and sustainability activities. The role requires coordination, managing, and execution of multiple complex and multi-disciplined projects with minimal supervision. The role requires a strong understanding of multiple packaging materials, configurations, and processing technologies. The Senior Packaging Engineer must also partner with vendors and cross-functional business teams, including Marketing, Consumer Insights, and Supply Chain to evaluate new opportunities and deliver optimized packaging solutions to the market. This position will be heavily focused on driving packaging optimization for hot-fill beverages, focusing on cost savings, sustainability initiatives, and innovation with broad impact across the full packaging platform.
Who you will work with...
You will work with the M&B commercialization partners.
What you will do...
  • Identify, evaluate, and develop packaging components and systems to meet business, manufacturing, customer, and consumer needs.
  • Collaborate with cross functional partners and Commercialization teams to drive projects forward by researching and developing packaging solutions to meet consumer and customer needs.
  • Leverage internal and external networks to optimize current packaging formats, driving cost efficiency while meeting product requirements and consumer expectations
  • Drive project and program success through clear correspondence and presentation of complex matters that is understandable by all stakeholders.
  • Identifies and drives cost savings opportunities, looking both at individual component level as well as process improvements and manufacturing efficiency gains.
  • Coordinate, define success criteria, and lead execution of packaging trials, distribution tests, etc. to validate new packaging materials and structural designs.
  • Provide support to manufacturing during the implementation of commercialization activities and packaging changes.
  • Write technical specifications for packaging components and final package.
  • Review technical drawings for packaging components and participate in the packaging artwork approval process.
  • Leads, manages, and executes multiple simultaneous packaging projects with minimal supervision.
  • Creates and leverages cross-functional partnerships to identify, evaluate, develop, and deliver packaging solutions.
  • Supports the Packaging R&D Leadership Team in the implementation of key Packaging Development initiatives.
  • Builds, maintains, and leverages external network of material and equipment vendors and co-manufacturing partners.

What you bring to the table...
  • Bachelor's Degree in materials science or Packaging related program.
  • 5+ years experience in Packaging R&D roles, including Co-op or Internship experience.
  • Must be able to travel domestically and internationally approximately 25% of the time.

It would be great to have...
  • Experience with liquid packaging, with a focus on hot-fill beverages across different packaging formats
  • Strong communication and written skills.
  • Highly organized with great attention to detail and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and unexpected requests.
  • Experience with packaging development software desired (TOPS or CAPE), specification database management, and MS Office.
  • Able to develop a development and implementation plan for moderate-high risk projects using sound technical methodology
  • Self-starter, with the ability to drive technical solutions forward and multi-task on key programs / projects.
  • Ability to identify and conduct appropriate tests to simulate the distribution environment.

Compensation and Benefits:
The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between
$117,900-$162,100
Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.

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