Senior Packaging & Process Engineer | Automation, Equipment, and Manufacturing Optimization

Senior Packaging & Process Engineer | Automation, Equipment, and Manufacturing Optimization

Title: Senior Packaging & Process Engineer | Automation & Manufacturing Optimization

Client: Confidential (Argenta Talent Acquisition)

Industry: Contract Logistics & Manufacturing

Impact Level: High - Network Productivity, Packaging Innovation & Equipment Strategy

Argenta is partnered with a leading organization seeking a highly skilled Senior Packaging & Process Engineer to drive engineering excellence across their manufacturing and packaging network. This role blends packaging expertise, equipment engineering, automation leadership, and process optimization to deliver safer, faster, and more cost‑efficient operations.

You will play a pivotal role in transforming manufacturing workflows by designing packaging solutions, improving equipment performance, and leading capital and automation initiatives. This position is ideal for a hands‑on engineer who thrives in complex environments, collaborates across functions, and enjoys bringing structure, efficiency, and innovation to large‑scale operations.

• Develop equipment requirements, specifications, layouts, and flow diagrams using AutoCAD
• Lead automation and equipment standardization projects across multiple sites
• Prepare and execute bid packages; evaluate vendor proposals and sourcing decisions
• Support FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing), site installation, commissioning, and start‑up
• Conduct feasibility studies and equipment comparisons to guide capital investments
• Improve workflow, space utilization, and throughput through thoughtful layout and process redesign
• Design, test, and validate packaging to ensure product safety, shelf life, and regulatory compliance
• Work directly with customers to develop effective, cost‑efficient packaging solutions
• Partner with procurement to develop and maintain packaging specifications
• Perform package performance testing for film, paper, and hybrid materials
• Support sustainability efforts through packaging innovation, recyclability, and waste reduction initiatives

• Engage operators, vendors, and internal teams to troubleshoot issues and improve processes
• Provide clear engineering insights to leadership, operations, and project teams
• Maintain schedules, documentation, and deliverables with cost‑efficient execution
• Support on‑site installation and troubleshooting activities across the network
• Travel approximately 50% to customer sites, plant locations, and vendor facilities

You may be a strong fit if you bring:

• Experience improving manufacturing operations, packaging performance, or equipment reliability
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, layouts, and specifications
• Curiosity and capability to evaluate new technologies, automation tools, and equipment platforms
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence cross‑functional teams
• A hands‑on approach paired with analytical thinking and continuous improvement mindset

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Packaging, Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or related field)
• 7+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience producing layouts, drawings, and equipment documentation
• Proven success leading equipment, packaging, or automation projects
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, packaging materials, and performance testing
• Knowledge of PMO tools (MS Project or equivalent) and proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience with liquid filling equipment, sustainability packaging practices, or capital equipment projects (preferred)
• Ability to work onsite with regular attendance and travel
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills

Manufacturing and packaging operations are evolving rapidly, and this role sits at the center of that transformation. You will shape how products move, how equipment performs, and how packaging protects and sustains product quality across a large, complex operations.

Your engineering expertise will directly influence productivity, cost savings,…