What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Engineer position at EPC Power Corp.?
Description
We are looking for a skilled and forward-thinking Packaging Engineer to join our team in the rapidly evolving energy storage sector. This role will focus on designing and optimizing packaging solutions for high-performance battery systems and energy storage products. You’ll play a key role in ensuring product safety, regulatory compliance, and supply chain efficiency while supporting sustainability and innovation initiatives.
Responsibilities
We are looking for a skilled and forward-thinking Packaging Engineer to join our team in the rapidly evolving energy storage sector. This role will focus on designing and optimizing packaging solutions for high-performance battery systems and energy storage products. You’ll play a key role in ensuring product safety, regulatory compliance, and supply chain efficiency while supporting sustainability and innovation initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement packaging solutions for components, modules, systems.
- Ensure packaging meets performance standards for thermal management, vibration resistance, and hazardous material handling.
- Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing, R&D, and Manufacturing teams to align packaging with product specifications and supply chain requirements.
- Conduct packaging validation testing including ISTA protocols, drop tests, and environmental simulations.
- Evaluate and select packaging materials that meet regulatory, safety, and sustainability standards.
- Create and maintain packaging specifications, CAD drawings, and documentation.
- Support cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives across packaging operations.
- Stay current with industry regulations including UN/DOT, IATA, and other standards related to battery packaging and transport.
- Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- 3 years of experience in packaging design, preferably in energy storage, electronics, or automotive sectors.
- Familiarity with packaging requirements
- Proficiency in CAD software and packaging testing methodologies.
- Strong understanding of supply chain logistics and packaging sustainability.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
- Experience with UN38.3, DOT 49 CFR, and IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.
- Knowledge of thermal insulation and fire-retardant packaging materials.
- Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.
- Experience working with global suppliers and contract manufacturers.
- 401(k) Matching
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement