Senior Packaging Engineer

Description

We are looking for a talented senior Packaging Engineer to join our European team specializing in Logistics for our Corporate Segment in Daventry, United Kingdom. This is a permanent position working hybrid 3 days onsite.

Working hours:

8:00 am – 4:00 pm or 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. The role will also require 10 % domestic and 10 % international travel as required.

• Drive effective packaging and container system designs by applying advanced engineering expertise across the full product lifecycle.
• Partner cross‑functionally and with customers and suppliers to define clear, compliant requirements for expendable and returnable packaging solutions.
• Identify and implement improvements that enhance packaging quality, reduce total cost, and minimize waste in alignment with business and sustainability goals.
• Determine optimal returnable container fleet sizing through close coordination with logistics, inventory, and operations teams.
• Develop site‑specific packaging requirements aligned with Cummins Global Packaging Standards, safety guidelines, storage constraints, and line‑side presentation needs.
• Ensure supplier compliance with packaging specifications, standards, and regulatory requirements for both inbound and outbound shipments.
• Support Indirect Purchasing by providing technical guidance during packaging sourcing and procurement initiatives to deliver cost‑effective, compliant solutions.
• Apply strong business acumen and continuous improvement practices to drive sound decision‑making, cost‑based analyses, and consistent operational results.

• Industrial Packaging Design – Design primary, secondary, and tertiary industrial packaging using engineering principles to ensure product protection across all end‑to‑end supply chain touchpoints.
• Packaging Material Knowledge – Select optimal packaging materials by leveraging knowledge of material properties, performance characteristics, cost impacts, and environmental considerations.
• Returnable Packaging Management – Analyze financials, fleet sizing, tracking, maintenance, logistics, and performance data to develop returnable packaging programs that reduce cost, transportation impacts, and waste.
• Problem Solving – Apply structured, data‑driven problem‑solving methodologies to identify root causes, implement robust solutions, prevent recurrence, and mentor others in effective problem‑solving practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline is required;
  Packaging Engineering or Packaging Science is strongly preferred.
• Significant experience in Packaging Engineering or a related field.
• Proven track record of leading strategic initiatives and delivering measurable results.
• Demonstrated packaging engineering experience within automotive or heavy industrial manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience managing and developing teams of packaging or technical professionals.

This position may require licensing or authorization for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Job:
Logistics

Organization:
Cummins Inc.

Role Category:
On‑site with Flexibility

Job Type: Exempt – Experienced

ReqID: 2424139

Relocation Package:
No

100% On‑Site:
No