Project Based Structural Designer

NEW VACANCY! (PK9462)

PROJECT BASED STRUCTURAL DESIGNER - CORRUGATED PACKAGING

CAMBRIDGESHIRE

SALARY GUIDE: UP TO -40K

Our client is a leading bespoke corrugated packaging manufacturer and solutions provider (design, manufacture and print up to 4 colours, all in house). The company supplies a wide range of market sectors including FMCG, horticulture, retail, pharmaceutical, E Commerce, Food to Go, Distributors and Industrial.

They are currently looking to recruit a competent Structural Designer to join their current team who will be primarily office based.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create innovative corrugated packaging structures using CAD software (AG Kasemake) and sometimes 3D modelling tools
• Develop prototypes, conduct material analysis, and perform structural integrity tests to ensure designs meet performance and cost requirements.
• Prepare detailed specifications, structural drawings, and setup instructions for production and retail environments including ordering formes and stereos.
• Evaluate existing packaging for improvements in style, function, cost, and ease of assembly
• Develop innovative packaging concepts that meet customer briefs, leveraging the full capabilities of the company design network
• Monitor and interpret design trends across multiple market sectors to proactively identify opportunities and deliver creative solutions for customers
• Stay up to date with the latest design tools and technologies to offer customers sustainable and competitive advantages through their proposals
• Actively participate in training programmes to support continuous professional development and marketing awareness
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of market trends, design innovations, and emerging marketing techniques to enhance product value and shelf impact
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and design standards
• Support design studio workflow and maintain high standards of quality and innovation
• Collaborate with cross function teams including Sales and Manufacturing to align with the objectives and goals of the Business
• Understand customer needs and technical requirements to deliver the most suitable design and technical solutions
• Attend customer meetings as required to support design discussions and project development
• Contribute to customer projects focused on cost savings, complexity reduction, and harmonisation, ensuring alignment with defined project briefs