What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Engineer - Devices position at System One?
Job Title: Packaging Engineer - Devices
Location: Somerset, New Jersey
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $130,000.00 - $145,000.00
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Hours: 40.0
We are seeking a hands-on Packaging Engineer to support the development and commercialization of innovative device-based consumer products. This role partners closely with Product Development to refine prototypes, troubleshoot performance issues, and bring new products to market.
Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end packaging development: design, prototyping, testing, and validation
- Collaborate with product development to troubleshoot device/packaging issues (e.g., heat-related components, material performance)
- Develop and improve packaging systems for heated/diffusion-based devices (e.g., fragrance, liquid/oil delivery systems)
- Conduct packaging tests (ASTM/ISTA), analyze results, and implement improvements
- Work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure scalability and quality
- Support supplier selection, specifications, and production readiness
Must-Have Experience:
- 5 years in packaging or mechanical engineering (consumer or industrial products)
- Experience with device-based systems involving heat liquid/oil diffusion (required)
- Strong background in structural packaging design and prototyping
- CAD proficiency (SolidWorks preferred) experience with rapid prototyping/3D printing
- Knowledge of packaging validation standards (ASTM, ISTA, ISO)
- Experience troubleshooting materials, plastics, and heat-related performance issues
Nice to Have:
- Experience in fragrance, air care, home scent, or similar categories
- Familiarity with regulated environments (FDA, hazardous materials, lithium batteries, etc.)
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Ref: #562-Joule Staffing - Edison
Salary : $130,000 - $145,000