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Structural Designer

International Paper
International Paper Salary
Rapids, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026
Position Title
JOB DESCRIPTION
Structural Designer

Pay Rate
$65,100 - $101,000

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s annual incentive plan.

Category/Shift
Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:
Cedar Rapids, IA

The Job You Will Perform
  • Based in Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Responsible for creating and developing quality package designs, specifications, and prototypes to assist Account Managers in sales promotions; investigates and procures all data required to develop the design.
  • Discuss design projects with Sales representatives and be able to select the appropriate designs needed and draw designs.
  • Formulate and communicate ideas for new and/or improved designs by analyzing customer needs and production feasibility.
  • Use computer aided design software to create samples then process the sample on the cutting table.
  • Be knowledgeable of production machine capabilities in order to assist in the development of design specs.
  • Assist customer service to insure proper plate and die ordering and master print card are secured on a timely basis.

The Skills You Will Bring
  • Associate to four year degree with emphasis on computer aided design, CAD, and drafting, or applicable work experience.
  • Prior experience in the corrugated packaging industry preferred.
  • Competent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs required.

Preferred Competencies
  • Customer Focus
    • Action Oriented
    • Functional/technical skills
    • Nimble Learning
About Us
The Benefits You Will Enjoy:
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build
Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience
International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join
International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.

Salary : $65,100 - $101,000

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