Product Designer

Overview

At Plastic Technologies Inc. (PTI), we don t just design packaging—we shape the future of consumer goods. PTI is a global leader and trusted partner to some of the world s largest brands, driving innovative and sustainable plastic packaging solutions. For over 40 years, our clients rely on us as an essential part of their journey, from initial idea to final execution.

Through PTI-US and PTI-Europe and our industry partnerships, we offer a comprehensive suite of brand packaging support services. We bring concepts to life through prototyping, predictive analysis, and real-world production expertise, with a focus on recycling and advancing what s possible in plastic packaging.

Product Designer

PTI is seeking a Product Designer who is ready to grow into a leadership role within the Design Department. This position bridges the art and science of packaging—combining creative design with technical execution. The ideal candidate is a hands-on designer who enjoys mentoring others, improving processes, and contributing to the direction of the department as we continue to innovate. This role requires collaboration, creative problem-solving, and the ability to manage project timelines within a supportive team environment.

Department: Design Department

Reports To: Director, Design Department

Location: PTI-US

Job Type: Full-Time, salary exempt

• Create and manage parametric 3D CAD models and drawings of rigid and flexible packaging (EBM, ISBM, injection molded, and other plastic formats) using Siemens NX
• Translate customer and marketing specifications into innovative, manufacturable design concepts
• Collaborate with project engineers and tooling staff to ensure feasible, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing outcomes
• Support and advance the department s design workflows, standards, and data management systems (Teamcenter)
• Contribute to planning, scheduling, and resource management for design projects
• Assist with training and mentoring of junior designers and engineers
• Participate in technology scouting—help identify and implement new design tools such as rendering, simulation, and additive manufacturing
• Support rapid prototyping and reverse-engineering efforts (e.g., 3D scanning and model reconstruction)
• Contribute to business development and promotion of design services
• Collaborate with leadership to establish pricing standards, departmental metrics, and performance reporting
• Build and maintain effective professional relationships with team members, clients, and vendors

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Design, or related field
• (equivalent professional experience will be considered)
• Demonstrated proficiency in 3D Computer Aided Design
• Solid understanding of molded plastic part design, including shrinkage and tolerance control
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to balance creative design intent with engineering constraints
• Self-motivated and organized, capable of managing multiple priorities

Preferred

• Experience leading projects or mentoring others
• Familiarity with NX, Teamcenter, Key Shot, Blender, or other visualization software
• Exposure to simulation tools for stress, flow, or shrinkage analysis
• Experience with 3D printing, scanning, or reverse-engineering tools
• Understanding of data management practices and intellectual property protection

This role is intended to evolve. PTI seeks someone who can grow beyond execution—someone who enjoys shaping design culture, improving systems, and guiding future staff.

The successful candidate will demonstrate both design excellence and leadership potential, helping PTI continue its legacy of bridging creativity and engineering.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.