Senior Product Designer - Direct Hire!
ABR Employment Services, Sun Prairie, WI, United States
ABR Employment is hiring a Senior Design Engineerfor our client in Fitchburg, WI.
Now Hiring: Senior Product Designer
Are you passionate about designing cutting-edge packaging solutions? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where creativity, technical expertise, and sustainability come together? We are looking for a Senior Product Design Engineer to drive the development of innovative packaging concepts that reinforce brand identity, enhance customer experience, and push industry boundaries.
Location: Madison, WI
Job Type: Full-time, Onsite, Direct Hire
Salary: $78,000 - $85,000
Why Join Us?
We are a leader in the packaging industry, focused on innovation, sustainability, and high-quality solutions. Our team works closely with customers, account managers, and cross-functional teams to develop packaging that is not only functional but also environmentally responsible. As part of our company, youll have access to state-of-the-art design tools, 3D modeling technology, and a collaborative Design Center where ideas come to life.
What Youll Do
- Lead the conceptualization and development of new product and packaging solutions
- Work closely with customers to understand brand needs and create designs that align with their competitive goals
- Utilize multiple packaging technologies, including thermoforming, injection molding, blow molding, and paperboard
- Conduct research and competitive analysis to develop cutting-edge, market-driven designs
- Present design concepts to customers, brand managers, and leadership teams, guiding projects from ideation to production
- Manage the rapid sample creation and approval process
- Ensure designs align with sustainability goals and environmental initiatives
- Contribute to patent searches and intellectual property protection
- Support new product launches by overseeing design implementation and production processes
What Were Looking For
- Bachelors degree in Packaging, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with at least 5 years of experience in product or tooling design
- OR an Associate degree with 10 years of industry experience in plastics, packaging, or manufacturing
- Proficiency in 2D and 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software
- Experience with thermoforming, injection molding, and other packaging technologies
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze different packaging solutions for maximum impact
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage with multiple levels of customer management
- Self-directed and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Passion for sustainability and experience integrating eco-friendly materials into packaging designs
Work Environment & Tools
- Office and Sample Lab environment
- Access to 3D printers, CAD software, Adobe Suite, MS Office, and Oracle
- Hands-on work with product samples and prototype materials
This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in the packaging industry, shaping the future of sustainable design while working with an innovative and customer-focused team. If youre a creative problem solver with technical expertise, wed love to hear from you. Apply today!
ABR Employment Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veterans' status.