Remote Packaging Engineer Jobs
Remote Packaging Engineer jobs are open across the U.S. in consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and e-commerce, at companies ranging from remote-first product brands to distributed teams at large manufacturers. Employers hiring remotely right now include Onyx, NinjaOne, and Conagra Brands. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Sundays for Dogs is a founder-led, direct-to-consumer brand reimagining pet food so dog owners can spend more quality time with their dogs — now and later. We make human-grade, air-dried food that supports long, healthy lives, and we build our company around shared core values that guide how we work and how we treat each other.
We’re headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, with a primarily remote team of ~50 full-time employees across the U.S. While we work distributed day to day, we come together in person on a quarterly basis because relationships matter. Our business today is 100% DTC, with our subscription model at the core of how we serve customers — and we’re building to scale with intention. We’re just getting started...
About your team and position:
Packaging work at Sundays sits at the intersection of R&D, Creative, and Operations rather than inside a single department. This role is being brought on as a contractor to support that work directly, partnering closely with our Creative Director and VP of Operations.
We're hiring a Contract Packaging Engineer to scope and execute a defined set of packaging projects, bringing hands-on CPG packaging expertise and an existing supplier and vendor network. There isn't a permanent headcount for this function yet—the scope and pace of work don't currently justify one—but the engagement is structured to grow. If the product line expands and the need for ongoing packaging support becomes clear, this role could transition to a full-time position.
Your day-to-day:
- Define and prioritize an initial slate of 3–4 packaging projects.
- Lead packaging engineering for shelf-stable CPG products, from concept through production-ready specs.
- Apply temperature-controlled and cold chain packaging expertise where projects call for it.
- Source, vet, and manage relationships with packaging suppliers and vendors, drawing on your own established U.S.-based network.
- Partner with R&D on formulation and packaging compatibility, and with Creative on how packaging carries the brand on shelf.
- Bring cost, timeline, and vendor tradeoffs to Operations leadership to support clear, informed decisions.
- Travel to Cleveland approximately once a month if not local, to stay aligned with the team in person.
We'd love to hear from you if you have:
- You have proven experience in CPG packaging engineering, with a focus on shelf-stable products.
- You have experience with temperature-controlled or cold chain packaging (a plus, not required).
- You have an established network of U.S.-based packaging suppliers and vendors you can bring to this engagement.
- You have the ability to scope and deliver project-based work independently, without heavy oversight.
- You have experience partnering across R&D, Creative, and Operations functions.
- You are based in Cleveland, Ohio, or able to travel there roughly once a month.
About Sundays for Dogs
Sundays for Dogs is a founder-led, direct-to-consumer brand reimagining pet food so dog owners can spend more quality time with their dogs — now and later. We make human-grade, air-dried food that supports long, healthy lives, and we build our company around shared core values that guide how we work and how we treat each other.
We’re headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, with a primarily remote team of ~50 full-time employees across the U.S. While we work distributed day to day, we come together in person on a quarterly basis because relationships matter. Our business today is 100% DTC, with our subscription model at the core of how we serve customers — and we’re building to scale with intention. We’re just getting started...
About your team and position:
Packaging work at Sundays sits at the intersection of R&D, Creative, and Operations rather than inside a single department. This role is being brought on as a contractor to support that work directly, partnering closely with our Creative Director and VP of Operations.
We're hiring a Contract Packaging Engineer to scope and execute a defined set of packaging projects, bringing hands-on CPG packaging expertise and an existing supplier and vendor network. There isn't a permanent headcount for this function yet—the scope and pace of work don't currently justify one—but the engagement is structured to grow. If the product line expands and the need for ongoing packaging support becomes clear, this role could transition to a full-time position.
Your day-to-day:
- Define and prioritize an initial slate of 3–4 packaging projects.
- Lead packaging engineering for shelf-stable CPG products, from concept through production-ready specs.
- Apply temperature-controlled and cold chain packaging expertise where projects call for it.
- Source, vet, and manage relationships with packaging suppliers and vendors, drawing on your own established U.S.-based network.
- Partner with R&D on formulation and packaging compatibility, and with Creative on how packaging carries the brand on shelf.
- Bring cost, timeline, and vendor tradeoffs to Operations leadership to support clear, informed decisions.
- Travel to Cleveland approximately once a month if not local, to stay aligned with the team in person.
We'd love to hear from you if you have:
- You have proven experience in CPG packaging engineering, with a focus on shelf-stable products.
- You have experience with temperature-controlled or cold chain packaging (a plus, not required).
- You have an established network of U.S.-based packaging suppliers and vendors you can bring to this engagement.
- You have the ability to scope and deliver project-based work independently, without heavy oversight.
- You have experience partnering across R&D, Creative, and Operations functions.
- You are based in Cleveland, Ohio, or able to travel there roughly once a month.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote packaging engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in packaging science, engineering, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in structural packaging design software such as ArtiosCAD or SolidWorks
- Knowledge of materials including corrugated, flexible films, rigid plastics, and paperboard
- Experience with ISTA or ASTM packaging performance testing and validation protocols
- Familiarity with FDA, GMP, or SQF regulatory requirements depending on the industry
- Ability to manage cross-functional projects from concept through production launch
Tips for Your Remote Packaging Engineer Job Search
Show async collaboration in your portfolio
Remote packaging engineer roles require you to communicate design intent without standing next to someone. Include annotated CAD files, written design rationale documents, and spec sheets that demonstrate you can hand off work clearly to remote supply chain and manufacturing partners.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote packaging engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through mixed-location listings.
Highlight virtual prototyping and CAD tool fluency
Remote employers can't watch you work in person, so your resume should name the specific CAD and simulation tools you use, such as SolidWorks or ArtiosCAD, and describe projects where those tools drove the outcome.
Prepare for remote-specific interview formats
Remote packaging engineer interviews often include a portfolio walkthrough over video and a written take-home exercise. Practice presenting a past packaging project clearly on screen, explaining material choices and structural decisions to a panel that can't hold a physical sample.
Remote Packaging Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote packaging engineer job?
Target companies that already run distributed product development teams, such as direct-to-consumer brands, contract packaging firms, and e-commerce manufacturers that ship physical goods without a centralized engineering floor. Remote packaging engineer roles screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication about design intent, and proficiency with CAD tools and virtual prototyping. Candidates who can document design decisions thoroughly and collaborate asynchronously across supply chain partners have the clearest edge.
Which companies hire remote packaging engineers?
Companies hiring remote packaging engineers right now include Onyx, NinjaOne, and Conagra Brands, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These include remote-first consumer brands, distributed e-commerce operations, and packaging suppliers with engineering teams spread across multiple sites.
Can you get a remote packaging engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level packaging engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-person mentorship. Remote-first consumer goods startups and contract manufacturers occasionally hire junior engineers. A strong portfolio of academic packaging projects, CAD samples, or internship work showing you can document and communicate design decisions clearly is what opens the door.
Do you need a degree for remote packaging engineer jobs?
Usually, but practical credentials and demonstrated skills carry real weight. Most remote employers list a bachelor's degree in packaging science, mechanical engineering, or a related field as a baseline. Candidates who can show verified prototyping experience, fluency with packaging CAD software, and a record of real projects sometimes move forward without a four-year degree, particularly at smaller remote-first brands.
Which industries hire the most remote packaging engineers?
Remote packaging engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors rely on distributed product and supply chain teams that collaborate remotely across design, compliance, and procurement functions.
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