Packaging Design Engineer - West Chester Township, Ohio

Requisition

Location:

West Chester Township, Ohio

The Packaging Design Engineer supports Sealed Air's sales organization by designing, prototyping, and testing protective packaging solutions, with a strong focus on Instapak foam cushioning. This is a hands‑on engineering role that blends CAD design, CNC machining, woodworking, physical testing, and customer‑facing communication.

• Create engineered packaging designs using RhinoCAD or similar CAD tools
• Develop custom cushion and mold designs for Instapak foam solutions
• Program and operate CNC router equipment to machine mold components
• Build molds and wooden frames using woodworking tools (table saw, band saw, nail guns, screw guns)
• Pour Instapak foam into molds to create prototype cushions
• Conduct ISTA drop and vibration testing in the PAC lab
• Analyze test results and prepare technical reports and recommendations
• Present design concepts and testing outcomes to customers and sales teams
• Partner closely with sales, service, and customers to diagnose packaging challenges and propose solutions
• Manage multiple design projects using internal database systems

• Bachelor of Science in Packaging (Engineering or Industrial Design with packaging focus considered)
• 0‑4+ years of experience in packaging engineering or related field
• CAD proficiency (RhinoCAD, Solid Works, or similar)
• Knowledge of ISTA testing standards (drop and vibration)
• Ability to lift and handle 50‑pound items for testing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Willingness to work onsite full‑time in West Chester, Ohio
• Willingness to travel regionally (~1x/month within a 4 hour driving radius)

• Experience with foam or corrugated protective packaging
• Woodworking experience or comfort with woodworking tools
• CNC programming experience
• Exposure to Instapak or other cushioning materials

• Balanced work: CAD design + hands‑on manufacturing + testing + customer interaction
• Direct customer impact:
  See your designs come to life and solve real business problems
• Skill‑building: CAD, CNC machining, woodworking, testing methodologies, technical communication
• Career growth:
  Clear pathways into service, sales, engineering leadership, or advanced PAC roles
• Small‑team environment:
  Collaborative, supportive, and backed by a global company
• End‑to‑end ownership:
  Engineers manage the full lifecycle from concept to customer presentation

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.