Adobe Product Family, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Candidate Sourcing, Consumer Branding, Customer Support/Service, Design Services, Identify Issues, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, POP (Post Office Protocol), Partner Sales, Printing, Product Packaging, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Retail, Sales, Sales Presentation, Software Design, Structural Engineering
Location: Chatsworth CA United States
Packaging Structural Engineer
Searching for a candidate with deep experience in the displays and packaging industry and works closely with sales, project management, and production to deliver high-quality structural solutions that meet client expectations and production requirements.
Our firm manufactures retail displays, corrugated packaging, and point-of-purchase structures.
Design & Development
• Lead the design and development of structural packaging and retail display solutions (POP, corrugated, folding carton, etc.)
• Create innovative, functional, and cost-effective designs that meet client specifications and brand standards
• Develop detailed CAD drawings, dielines, and prototypes for production
• Create and optimize production layouts, including combo runs and layout jobs, to maximize efficiency, material utilization, and production output
• Ensure all designs are optimized for manufacturability, material efficiency, and structural integrity
• Ensure all designs align with production capabilities and timelines
• Troubleshoot design and production challenges as they arise
• Oversee sample development and ensure prototypes meet expectations
• Partner closely with Sales, Project Managers, and Clients to translate concepts into structural solutions
• Support client presentations, including explaining structural concepts and design intent
Requirements
• 5–10+ years of experience in structural design within the packaging, displays, or print industry
• Proven experience designing retail displays (POP/POS) and corrugated packaging
• Previous leadership or senior-level design experience preferred
• Proficiency in CAD design software (e.g., ArtiosCAD, Adobe Suite or similar)
• Strong understanding of materials (corrugated, paperboard, etc.)
• Knowledge of printing and manufacturing processes
Benefits
Excellent Benefits / Retirement Plans / Medical / Bonus Path