Packaging COE Engineer

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2 Locations
Remote or Hybrid
Mid level
Automotive
The Role
Design and optimize shipping containers and packaging systems for transportation efficiency, cost reduction, sustainability, and carbon reduction. Benchmark global plant practices, use packaging simulation tools, and standardize solutions across parts and launches. Coordinate packaging sign-offs with suppliers, plants, and purchasing teams, while validating dunnage fleet data, shipping frequency, inventory norms, and transit times. Prepare launch reports and achieve targets for pack density, freight, material, and part-cost improvements.
Summary Generated by Built In
  • To design shipping containers to maximize CBM utilization in transportation
  • Bring new innovative ideas for packaging styles, materials etc. based on industry / new tech updates
  • Benchmark NA, EU & IMG plants packaging. Incorporate Best in World design in terms of pkg. & freight costs
  • Simulate using Packaging Design oriented tool. Identify best packaging for each part and implement through standardized process
  • Drive environmental packaging sustainable solutions for lowest carbon footprint
  • Laise with suppliers, plant pkg., purchasing functions to complete on-time Pkg. sign off Prepare reports based on standard reporting formats in Launch milestones.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive assessment plans to evaluate supplier dunnage fleet calculators and verify that inventory norms, shipping frequency, and transit times are accurately aligned with Ford data.
  • Proactively research and integrate new packaging styles, materials, and technologies based on industry trends and emerging advancements, bringing "Best in World" design concepts into practice.
  • Conduct comprehensive benchmarking of packaging practices across North American, European, and International Markets Group (IMG) plants to identify and incorporate global best practices.
  • Utilize advanced Packaging Design-oriented simulation tools to identify optimal packaging solutions for individual parts, ensuring their standardized implementation.
  • Drive the development and implementation of environmentally sustainable packaging solutions aimed at achieving the lowest possible carbon footprint.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with suppliers, plant packaging teams, and purchasing functions to ensure timely and accurate packaging sign-off processes are completed for all new and revised components.
  • Prepare and present detailed reports on packaging status and performance, adhering to standard reporting formats throughout critical launch milestones.
  • Set and Achieve TVM targets bringing in innovative ideas , pack density improvements, Freight improvements, packing material cost reduction, part cost reduction,…
Responsibilities
  • To design shipping containers to maximize CBM utilization in transportation
  • Bring new innovative ideas for packaging styles, materials etc. based on industry / new tech updates
  • Benchmark NA, EU & IMG plants packaging. Incorporate Best in World design in terms of pkg. & freight costs
  • Simulate using Packaging Design oriented tool. Identify best packaging for each part and implement through standardized process
  • Drive environmental packaging sustainable solutions for lowest carbon footprint
  • Laise with suppliers, plant pkg., purchasing functions to complete on-time Pkg. sign off Prepare reports based on standard reporting formats in Launch milestones.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive assessment plans to evaluate supplier dunnage fleet calculators and verify that inventory norms, shipping frequency, and transit times are accurately aligned with Ford data.
  • Proactively research and integrate new packaging styles, materials, and technologies based on industry trends and emerging advancements, bringing "Best in World" design concepts into practice.
  • Conduct comprehensive benchmarking of packaging practices across North American, European, and International Markets Group (IMG) plants to identify and incorporate global best practices.
  • Utilize advanced Packaging Design-oriented simulation tools to identify optimal packaging solutions for individual parts, ensuring their standardized implementation.
  • Drive the development and implementation of environmentally sustainable packaging solutions aimed at achieving the lowest possible carbon footprint.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with suppliers, plant packaging teams, and purchasing functions to ensure timely and accurate packaging sign-off processes are completed for all new and revised components.
  • Prepare and present detailed reports on packaging status and performance, adhering to standard reporting formats throughout critical launch milestones.
  • Set and Achieve TVM targets bringing in innovative ideas , pack density improvements, Freight improvements, packing material cost reduction, part cost reduction,…

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Qualifications

Education Qualification:                 Engineering or other technical degree required. Example: Mech. Engr, Pkg Engr, Industrial Engr, are all acceptable. Degree in Packaging stream is an added advantage.

No. of Years of Experience:            3 to 5 yrs. in Packaging development & Implementation

Professional Exposure:                    Working knowledge in Pack assist or similar packaging related software's

Technical / System Skills :              Hands on knowledge in Ansys, CATIA, CAD, Packaging material selection  

knowledge 

Good Knowledge in various packaging methods across industries.

Proficient in System / App – CMMS , MS Project, Access, Excel , Word, Power BI , Power Apps , Python

Preferred previous experiences:                Prior experience in any of the following: Packaging development in FMCG , Automotives, pharma, e-commerce companies

Behavioral Skills:                               Results-oriented. Flexible, collaborative work style. Able to work cross-functional, multi-national teams in a fast-paced working environment

Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. 

Work in USA shift timings (if any required)

Special Knowledge/Skills Required:          Proven Packaging design skill sets

Good communication skills in English Language (written and oral)

 

Any Others:                                         Some travel required

Ability to travel to other countries, 

ad-hoc basis

 

Stakeholders:    

  • Plant (AAT, FTM , FVL , FMCSA , FNA , EU) and Global MP&L Teams
  • IT Team , GSCI Team , GDIA                       



Skills Required

  • Engineering or other technical degree required; mechanical, packaging, or industrial engineering degrees are acceptable.
  • Three to five years of experience in packaging development and implementation.
  • Working knowledge of Pack Assist or similar packaging-related software.
  • Hands-on knowledge of Ansys, CATIA, CAD, and packaging material selection.
  • Good knowledge of packaging methods across industries.
  • Proficiency with CMMS, MS Project, Access, Excel, Word, Power BI, Power Apps, and Python.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
  • Results-oriented, flexible, collaborative work style and ability to work with cross-functional, multinational teams.
  • Some travel to other countries on an ad hoc basis.
  • Prior packaging development experience in FMCG, automotive, pharmaceutical, or e-commerce companies.
  • A degree specializing in packaging is an added advantage.

Ford Motor Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength — Eligible employees can access medical, dental, and prescription coverage starting on the first day, with some zero-cost plan options and free mental health support. Benefits materials highlight comprehensive healthcare as a core pillar.
  • Retirement Support — Employees can enroll in a 401(k)-style plan from day one, and some salaried plans include a company match of $0.90 per dollar on the first 5% contributed. Official summaries also describe financial-planning support.
  • Parental & Family Support — The package includes paid parental leave, fertility, surrogacy, and adoption benefits, plus a ramp-up program for new parents returning to work. Flexible family-care days and other time-off options support caregiving needs.

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