Packaging Design Engineer

Packaging Design EngineerMaplewood, MN 55144 (REMOTE ROLE)Duration: 12+ MonthsPay rate: $35- $45/Hr.Job Description:The company is seeking an experienced Structural Packaging Engineer / Designer with expertise to support the creation of production-ready structural specification dielines for medical technology packaging applications.This role partners closely with packaging engineers and analysts to translate approved packaging concepts and requirements into accurate, manufacturable structural drawings that support printing, cutting, forming, and downstream production across a wide range of substrates and packaging formats.This position is a contract role intended to provide technical execution support during peak workload and project demand.Key ResponsibilitiesCreate, modify, and maintain structural packaging dielines using ArtiosCAD as the primary design tool.Develop production/manufacturing-ready dimension drawings suitable for:Die creationPrintingCutting, folding, and forming processesDesign and support a variety of packaging structure types, including (but not limited to):Folding cartonsLabelsInserts and leafletsProtective componentsCorrugated and paperboard structuresApply strong understanding of manufacturing tolerances, print considerations, and converting processes in dieline development.Incorporate material behavior, grain direction, caliper, and forming constraints into structural designs.PLM & Asset ManagementCreate, route, revise, and manage dieline assets within ENOVIA PLM system.Support change control, revision management, and documentation workflows.Ensure drawings meet internal standards for traceability, accuracy, and release readiness.CollaborationWork closely with:Packaging EngineersPackaging AnalystsSupport engineering teams by translating requirements into clear, accurate structural documentation.Execute approved packaging concepts and requirements; this role does not own concept generation or packaging system decisions.Required Skills & QualificationsTechnical SkillsProfessional experience in structural packaging design.Proficiency in ArtiosCAD – required day one.Demonstrated experience creating manufacturing grade structural dielines for packaging designs, not conceptual layouts only.Strong working knowledge of:Packaging printing methodsDie cutting and converting processes for packagingManufacturing constraints related to packaging structuresSoft SkillsAbility to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with cross functional teams.High attention to detail and commitment to design accuracy in a regulated environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting medical device or med tech packaging.Familiarity with regulated documentation practices (e.g., design controls, revision discipline).Experience designing across multiple packaging formats and substrates, not a single material type.Comfort working within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive).Exposure to packaging standards, testing considerations, or downstream validation activities (supporting role).Primary ToolsArtiosCADENOVIA PLMMicrosoft 365Benefits:Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.