Senior Packaging EngineerJJ

SENIOR PACKAGING ENGINEER

We are hiring a senior-level Packaging Engineer to lead the design validation and implementation of packaging solutions for HVAC coils. This role is critical to enabling damage-free transportation by engineering packaging solutions that withstand real-world handling cross-docking forklift interaction vibration and edge impact. The engineer will serve as the primary authority for solving packaging-related freight damage and establishing scalable packaging standards.

LOCATION: On-site Richardson TX. Must be able to Travel 50% domestic plus Mexico

Key Responsibilities

Design and engineer custom crating skids frames and internal restraint systems

Develop packaging designs capable of surviving LTL cross-docking transportation environments

Serve as the lead problem solver for packaging-related freight damage using data field observations and root cause analysis

Translate damage failure modes into engineered corrective actions

Define packaging load paths blocking and bracing strategies base protection and forklift entry requirements

Create packaging standards material specifications and build instructions

Ensure packaging designs are repeatable scalable and suitable for internal execution

Collaborate cross-functionally with internal and external resources

Support pilot builds field validation and phased rollout of new packaging solutions

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Packaging Engineering or related technical discipline

5 years of experience in packaging engineering transport packaging or heavy-duty industrial packaging

Demonstrated experience designing packaging for oversized heavy or fragile products

Hands-on experience engineering packaging for LTL or multi-touch transportation networks

Strong understanding of load paths restraint systems shock vibration and edge impact risks

Ability to translate field failures into engineered scalable solutions

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certification such as Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) or Packaging Dynamics Professional (ISTA PDP) strongly preferred.

Experience packaging HVAC components coils or similar industrial assemblies

Work Arrangement

On-site presence at the Richardson TX office. Must be able to travel 50% to domestic manufacturing locations as well as Mexico.

Contract Duration 6-month contract to lead assessment engineer solutions pilot validation and standardization efforts with potential extension based on business needs and results.