Entry Level Packaging Engineer Jobs
New grad packaging engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Electronics & Hardware, Consulting & Professional Services, and Manufacturing, with employers like Nokia, Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, and Intel hiring at this level now.
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Saint-Gobain Abrasives offers powerful, precise, user-friendly solutions, which enable customers to cut, shape and finish all materials in the most complex and challenging applications. By working closely with end-users and grinding expert partners, Saint-Gobain Abrasives designs and provides customized solutions to secure the best option for performance, cost, and safety. Leveraging its global manufacturing presence, Saint-Gobain
Abrasives serves its customers locally through its structured sales operations in more than 27 countries while employing more than 10,000 people.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
Job Overview:
As a Packaging Engineer Intern, you will play a critical role in designing, optimizing, and implementing sustainable packaging solutions for our Coated Abrasive products. You will be responsible for evaluating current packaging systems, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and minimize environmental impact. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, supply chain, procurement, product management and marketing to deliver packaging solutions that support Saint-Gobain’s long-term goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reviewing and modifying product data sheets to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with industry standards.
- Transferring data from multiple outputs, including spreadsheets, databases, and documents, into centralized systems.
- Conducting market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive landscapes within the abrasives market.
- Analyzing engineering data to support product development and optimization efforts.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather data and insights for various projects and initiatives.
- Working independently to complete assigned tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Utilizing Microsoft Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, to organize data, create reports, and deliver presentations.
TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Packaging, Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Preferred experience with Specright.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis and manipulation.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Prior experience with data management or market analysis is a plus.
- Passion for learning and contributing to packaging excellence.
LEGAL STATEMENT
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.
Job Reference: USA15090
Saint-Gobain Abrasives offers powerful, precise, user-friendly solutions, which enable customers to cut, shape and finish all materials in the most complex and challenging applications. By working closely with end-users and grinding expert partners, Saint-Gobain Abrasives designs and provides customized solutions to secure the best option for performance, cost, and safety. Leveraging its global manufacturing presence, Saint-Gobain
Abrasives serves its customers locally through its structured sales operations in more than 27 countries while employing more than 10,000 people.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
Job Overview:
As a Packaging Engineer Intern, you will play a critical role in designing, optimizing, and implementing sustainable packaging solutions for our Coated Abrasive products. You will be responsible for evaluating current packaging systems, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and minimize environmental impact. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, supply chain, procurement, product management and marketing to deliver packaging solutions that support Saint-Gobain’s long-term goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reviewing and modifying product data sheets to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with industry standards.
- Transferring data from multiple outputs, including spreadsheets, databases, and documents, into centralized systems.
- Conducting market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive landscapes within the abrasives market.
- Analyzing engineering data to support product development and optimization efforts.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather data and insights for various projects and initiatives.
- Working independently to complete assigned tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Utilizing Microsoft Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, to organize data, create reports, and deliver presentations.
TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Packaging, Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Preferred experience with Specright.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis and manipulation.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Prior experience with data management or market analysis is a plus.
- Passion for learning and contributing to packaging excellence.
LEGAL STATEMENT
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.
Job Reference: USA15090
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Entry Level Packaging Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level packaging engineer job?
Entry level packaging engineer roles favor candidates who can show hands-on work: internships, co-ops, capstone projects, or self-directed packaging designs. Employers at this level look for familiarity with CAD tools, materials knowledge, and an understanding of packaging testing standards. A concise portfolio that demonstrates you can take a design from concept to prototype gives you a clear edge over candidates who rely on coursework alone.
Which companies hire entry level packaging engineers?
Companies hiring entry level packaging engineers right now include Nokia, Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, and Intel, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of consumer goods manufacturers, food and beverage producers, pharmaceutical companies, and contract packaging firms that regularly bring in new graduates to support design and development teams.
Are there remote entry level packaging engineer jobs?
Yes, though most entry level packaging engineer roles are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work. About 25% of entry level packaging engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and these tend to sit in documentation, supplier coordination, or project support functions where physical prototyping is handled separately by a lab or production team.
Are these new grad packaging engineer jobs?
Yes. The listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior packaging engineer roles alongside other entry level postings. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-ops in place of full-time history, and does not require professional certifications. If a posting mentions a portfolio, capstone project, or coursework as acceptable credentials, it is designed with new grads in mind.
Which industries hire the most entry level packaging engineers?
Entry Level packaging engineer roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Consulting & Professional Services, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the junior level because they face ongoing product launches, regulatory packaging requirements, and sustainability mandates that require dedicated engineering support from the ground up.