About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

Packaging Systems Design Engineers design, specify, install, and support packaging equipment lines for food & beverage processing facilities. In this entry-level role you will work with process, controls, and building systems engineers to help scope, lay out, install, and commission packaging equipment. Typical responsibilities include:

• Developing design concepts, estimates, and functional specifications for packaging lines
• Interpreting mechanical design requirements and customer specifications
• Specifying, purchasing, installing, and commissioning packaging equipment
• Coordinating and supporting on-site construction and installation activities
• Machine and process design tasks, including testing requirements and procedures
• Preparing equipment specifications, purchase documentation, and facility/equipment layouts
• Surveying existing site conditions and developing AutoCAD equipment layouts
• Creating packaging flow diagrams, material balances, packaging matrices, and equipment lists
• Assisting with equipment bid packages and producing basis-of-design and design-basis documents
• Advising on manufacturing and packaging design principles (conveyance, wrapping, bagging, cartoning, filling, bottling, case packing, palletizing)
• Supporting process simulation and sanitary/warehouse layout considerations
• Providing construction site support and observing rough-in construction compliance
• Researching packaging engineering best practices and supporting talent growth within the organization

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What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Packaging, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering
• 0–3 years of relevant experience (education or work) in packaging equipment scope, layout, installation, or commissioning
• Familiarity/proficiency with MS Office, MS Project; experience with AutoCAD is preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Intellectual curiosity, positive team-oriented attitude, and strong problem solving and time-management abilities
• Experience with food & beverage or packaging firms is a plus
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently (50%+ annually) for project site coordination and management

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Additional Details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Travel requirement: 50%+ (onsite project coordination and management)
• Physical requirements: prolonged periods seated at a desk and working on a computer; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated annual compensation (source): $59,474 (estimated)
• Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, bonus and profit-sharing programs, and retirement plans. Exact benefits and total compensation will be provided by the Confidential Client during the hiring process.

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About the Client

Confidential Client designs and builds food & beverage processing and packaging facilities. Their engineering teams deliver end-to-end packaging system designs, equipment selection, and on-site commissioning for major brands in the industry.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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