Scentbird · 1 day ago
Senior Packaging Engineer
Somerset, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $165K/yr
12+ years expScentbird is a company dedicated to revolutionizing the fragrance experience for customers through a digital subscription service. The Senior Packaging Engineer will lead the design, development, and implementation of innovative packaging solutions, ensuring compliance and sustainability while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across teams.
BeautyE-CommercePersonalizationSubscription Service
Hiring Manager
Natali Magradze
Responsibilities
Serve as a senior technical authority for packaging design, materials, processes, and performance across multiple product categories and distribution channels
Lead and oversee the complete packaging development lifecycle, with accountability for execution and performance, including concept development, design execution, prototyping, validation testing, commercialization, and post-launch optimization
Troubleshoot new and existing packaging problems involving designs, materials and processes and provide creative, efficient, timely, and cost-effective solutions
Analyze engineering drawings and specifications of product to determine physical characteristics of items, special handling, environmental and safety requirements, sustainability, regulatory compliance, and types of materials required for packaging
Utilize advanced CAD, simulation, and design tools to develop packaging solutions and guide design intent
Establish, maintain, and continuously improve packaging standards, specifications, and guidelines, including supplier qualification and evaluation criteria
Lead supplier selection, development, and performance reviews; build long term technical partnerships with domestic and global packaging vendors
Review and approve production samples, pilot runs, and first articles; provide expert feedback to vendors, manufacturing partners, and internal stakeholders
Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Development, Project Management, Creative, Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and global supplier network
Define and execute packaging test plans using industry-standard methods (ISTA, ASTM, ISO, etc.) to ensure packaging performance meets or exceeds shipping, handling, and regulatory requirements
Lead packaging testing and experiments, line trials, and equipment evaluations to validate designs and improve quality, efficiency and scalability
Provide expertise in packaging equipment and machinery capabilities; actively participate in equipment selection, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure packaging designs are optimized for manufacturability
Author and approve packaging specifications, testing protocols, raw material documentation, and all other related SOPs for new and existing products
Ensure packaging designs comply with GMPs, FDA and global regulatory requirements, quality systems, safety standards, and sustainability initiatives
Identify and implement cost saving initiatives related to packaging materials, labor, efficiency, transportation, and storage
Work closely with Engineering to optimize packaging supply base for cost, lead time, quality, regionalization, standardization, supply assurance, and compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal requirements
Personally manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, while mentoring and providing technical guidance to junior packaging engineers to ensure all department timelines, budgets, and performance metrics are met
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or packaging engineering is required
12+ years of progressive experience in industrial or consumer packaging - cosmetic, pharmaceutical, personal care, devices, or regulated packaging environments
Deep knowledge and understanding of packaging design validation standards (ISO, ASTM, etc.), drafting and specification standards is essential
Advanced proficiency in 3D CAD and packaging design tools; experience with rapid prototyping and design iteration
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent written, verbal, facilitation, and presentation skills; ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Must have demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Proven ability to lead complex packaging programs and solutions from concept through commercialization across domestic and international markets
Experience working in FDA-regulated and GMP environments with strong understanding of quality systems and compliance requirements
Experience owning specification data systems including build, optimization, and daily use management
Experience driving cost optimization, sustainability initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts
Computer proficiency with standard office and collaboration tools (Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite, etc.)
Preferred
Advanced degree and/or professional certification (e.g., CPP) strongly preferred
Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus
Benefits
Competitive base compensation
Bonus program
Paid Time Off
401k with Company Match
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Commuter Benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts, as well as Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Complimentary Scentbird Membership
A fun, creative and energetic work environment
Company
Scentbird
Scentbird enables its users to choose and get supply of sample designer fragrances on a monthly basis before buying them.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$29.55MKey Investors
The Garage SyndicateTMT InvestmentsGoodwater Capital
2023-11-08Series Unknown· $0.82M
2020-07-01Secondary Market· $0.33M
2018-05-17Series A· $24.56M
Leadership Team
Mariya Nurislamova
CEO/ Co-founder
Sergey Gusev
Co-founder & CPO
Recent News
2025-12-29
2025-11-19
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