Packaging Design Engineer
Kelly Box and Packaging
Indianapolis, INFresher6m agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed
- Must know
- SalesTroubleshootingMicrosoft Office
- Nice to have
- CAD
- Work
- On-site in Indianapolis
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- CAD61%Microsoft Office29%Troubleshooting23%Sales4%of 150 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 12, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Kelly Box & Packaging is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Packaging Design Engineer to join their team. This role involves designing, building, testing, and refining packaging solutions, from concept to production.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with the sales team to develop creative, effective, and manufacturable structural packaging solutions.
- Design corrugated packaging and displays with a focus on visual appeal, structural integrity, cost, and ease of assembly.
- Create detailed 2D and 3D CAD designs, prototypes, technical drawings, renderings, photographs, and assembly instructions.
- Develop structural prototypes and take concepts from initial design through testing, production, assembly, and final placement.
- Manage, organize, and distribute design information, prototypes, and electronic files.
- Evaluate, improve, and refine existing designs to meet customer needs, production capabilities, and cost requirements.
- Collaborate with customers, sales, production, and other internal teams to transform ideas into real-world, production-ready solutions.
- Assist with troubleshooting and design modifications during the manufacturing process.
- Perform other related duties as needed.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is required.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to visualize and design in both 2D and 3D.
- Ability to work effectively with customers, sales representatives, production, and internal teams.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- A hands-on approach and willingness to work with physical prototypes and samples.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
Qualifications
- A packaging degree or an engineering degree is a plus.
- Experience with 2D and 3D CAD software is preferred, but not required.
- Experience with ArtiosCAD is preferred, but not required.
- Previous experience in corrugated packaging, structural packaging design, or a related industry is preferred, but not required.