Packaging Engineer

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Duration: 4–6 months contract

Role Overview: Our client is seeking aSenior Engineerfor a 4 to 6-month parental leave coverage contractto join their Engineering Studio. In this role, you will drive technical excellence on high-profile packaging projects, collaborating closely with internal teams, external suppliers, and client partners to deliver on design intent, technical feasibility, and sustainability goals. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in sustainable packaging and play a key role in supporting top-tier brands during a critical period. YOU WILL: Technical Expertise Lead collaboration across client, design, and manufacturing teams to ensure packaging solutions meet functional, aesthetic, and sustainability criteria. Provide technical guidance on materials, processes, and sustainability initiatives. Analyze packaging portfolios to identify sustainable improvement opportunities. Keep current on packaging innovations, regulations, and trends. Client Partnership & Communication Clearly communicate complex engineering concepts and recommendations to clients. Navigate sensitive discussions to align stakeholders and foster strong partnerships. Share best practices and innovations with the engineering team and agency partners. Collaborate globally to showcase engineering capabilities and support client accounts. Manage multiple projects to deliver quality outcomes within timelines and budgets.

Ideal Candidate: Bachelor’s degree in Packaging, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field. Minimum 5 years packaging engineering experience, ideally in FMCG or agency environments. Strong background in sustainable packaging strategies and execution. Experience with manufacturing methods including injection molding, thermoforming, blow molding, flexible and rigid packaging. Familiarity with recyclability standards and labeling systems such as How 2 Recycle. Skilled in packaging specification databases and proficient with Excel. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Design and Strategy/Planning Industries Marketing Services and Advertising Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at 24 Seven Talent by 2x Get notified about new Packaging Engineer jobs in Greater Chicago Area. Northbrook, IL $117,200.00-$164,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $91,000.00-$110,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $103,000.00-$135,000.00 2 weeks ago Packaging Engineer (Must Have EUMDR, Design Control)North Chicago, IL $121,000.00-$230,000.00 1 week ago Lake Forest, IL $115,000.00-$130,000.00 5 days ago Aurora, IL $120,000.00-$150,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $90,000.00-$95,000.00 1 day ago Chicago, IL $101,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Senior Scientist, R&D – Packaging Development Glenview, IL $83,400.00-$104,200.00 1 week ago Glenview, IL $68,900.00-$86,100.00 1 week ago Packaging Manager - Great Central Brewing Company Supply Chain Packaging and Container Engineer Hillside, IL $79,000.00-$94,000.00 1 week ago Packaging Engineer (Must Have Medical Device Packaging)Warrenville, IL $77,900.00-$124,600.00 1 week ago Cary, IL $70,000.00-$85,000.00 2 weeks ago West Chicago, IL $110,000.00-$127,000.00 1 month ago Senior Packaging Engineer (Parental Leave Coverage)Process & Tooling Engineer - Injection Molding Wheeling, IL $80,000.00-$130,000.00 1 month ago Continuous Improvement Engineer, Packaging Momence, IL $84,000.00-$114,000.00 6 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.