Packaging Development Engineer

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Job Title: Packaging Development Engineer

Req Id: 3769

Work Model: Hybrid

Company: Altria Client Services

State/Province: Virginia

Job Description:

Help bring packaging innovation to life for some of the most recognized brands in the industry. As a Packaging Development Engineer on our Packaging Design & Innovation team, you'll partner with Brand Management, Design Agencies, Manufacturing, and supplier partners to develop and commercialize printed packaging solutions that deliver quality, functionality, and brand impact. From concept through execution, you'll play a key role in designing packaging structures that support products manufactured across our operating companies.

If you're passionate about packaging development, materials innovation, and turning ideas into reality, we'd love to hear from you.

Specific accountabilities include:

As a Packaging Development Engineer, you'll play a key role in bringing packaging innovations from concept to commercialization. You'll partner across the business to develop packaging solutions that balance brand objectives, consumer expectations, manufacturing requirements, and business needs.

In this role, you will:

• Collaborate with Brand Management and external design partners to develop innovative packaging solutions that enhance the consumer experience while delivering quality, efficiency, and value.
• Partner with Graphics, Commercialization, Manufacturing, and supplier teams to ensure packaging designs are commercially printable, manufacturable, and ready for successful implementation.
• Work across cross-functional teams to translate product requirements and consumer insights into effective packaging solutions.
• Lead packaging development projects from concept through commercialization, creating clear execution plans and driving alignment among stakeholders.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, deliverables, and risks to ensure successful and timely execution.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders, proactively identifying challenges and recommending solutions to keep projects on track.
• Ensure packaging designs meet all applicable quality, legal, regulatory, and financial requirements.
• Apply engineering principles, technical expertise, and analytical problem-solving skills to address complex packaging challenges and drive continuous improvement.

Specific skills include:

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Science, Plastics Engineering, Industrial Design, Engineering, Technology, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in packaging development, packaging materials, industrial design, or a related technical field.
• Knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and package development from concept through commercialization.
• Experience with CAD and other design, engineering, or specification management tools.
• Strong communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions, influence stakeholders, and manage multiple priorities.
• Creative thinker with the ability to communicate ideas through sketches, prototypes, or other visualization methods.
• Willingness to work in manufacturing environments and travel as business needs require.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with ArtiosCAD, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, SAP, or similar tools.
• Experience developing packaging prototypes and mock-ups.
• Knowledge of printing, converting, injection molding, thermoforming, blow molding, or other packaging manufacturing processes.

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $80,800.00 - $118,750.00.

Why You'll Love Building Your Career at Altria

At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported - both at work and in life. Here's what you'll find here:

• Own your time - start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully.
• A place where you belong - where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real.
• Get recognized for your work - annual merit increases and performance bonus.
• A future you can count on - 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%-17% of your base salary.
• Help with your goals - get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends.
• Support for what matters most - comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Celebrating your milestones - paid parental and bonding leave for life's biggest moments.
• Wellness that goes beyond work - programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life.
• A culture that gives back - paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.

At Altria, we offer more than benefits - we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Altria is a Fortune 500 company that has a leading portfolio of products for U.S. adult tobacco and nicotine consumers 21+. For decades we've been leaders in the tobacco industry, but the industry is evolving - and so are we. Our Vision is Moving Beyond Smoking.

At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.

Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations, and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev and Cronos Group.

Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

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