<p>Position Summary:</p> <p>Seeking an experienced Senior Packaging Engineer to lead the design, development, and optimization of packaging solutions for complex, high-value equipment. This role provides technical leadership, drives strategic packaging initiatives, and ensures compliance with global standards. The position requires collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to deliver cost-effective, sustainable, and innovative packaging systems.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Lead packaging design and development for large-scale or sensitive equipment across various products at multiple local facilities </li><li>Develop and implement packaging strategies that improve efficiency and reduce costs </li><li>Ensure compliance with international shipping and regulatory standards (ISTA, ASTM, ISO) </li><li>Conduct performance testing and validation for packaging solutions </li><li>Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to source materials and optimize specifications </li><li>Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across projects </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field </li><li>Experience: 7+ years in packaging engineering, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role </li><li>Skills: </li><li>Expertise in CAD and packaging design software </li><li>Strong knowledge of packaging materials and protective design for sensitive and heavy-duty equipment, including large and small scale electrical equipment, large housings and containers, open-style steel framing, etc </li><li>Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and ability to apply them across the scope of work in a factory setting </li><li>Proven ability to lead projects and influence cross-functional teams </li><li>Integrate marketing and branding strategies into packaging design to enhance product visibility, reinforce brand identity, and create a cohesive customer experience across all touchpoints </li><li>Familiarity with sustainability practices and global compliance standards </li></ul> <p>Preferred Attributes:</p> <ul> <li>Experience with packaging for large-scale industrial or data center equipment </li><li>Knowledge of international logistics and export packaging requirements </li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on innovation </li><li>Continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives </li></ul> <p>The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.</p> <p>OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Diversity & Inclusion.</p> <p>OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES</p> <p>Customer Focus</p> <p>Operational Excellence</p> <p>High-Performance Culture</p> <p>Innovation</p> <p>Financial Strength</p> <p>OUR BEHAVIORS</p> <p>Own It</p> <p>Act With Urgency</p> <p>Foster a Customer-First Mindset</p> <p>Think Big and Execute</p> <p>Lead by Example</p> <p>Drive Continuous Improvement</p> <p>Learn and Seek Out Development</p> <p>Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring,</p> <p>terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race,</p> <p>color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital</p> <p>status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic</p> <p>information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a</p> <p>disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending</p> <p>an email to help.join@vertivco.com. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the</p> <p>company's career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers</p> <p>Work Authorization</p> <p>No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.</p>