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Job Description
About The Role & Team
Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.
Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.
Ride Control Hardware Engineers work within Walt Disney Imagineering's Ride Studio in a highly collaborative environment on diverse teams. Engineering activities cover all aspects of control system design and implementation, from concept to commissioning, for a wide variety of innovative ride platforms.
The Ride Control Hardware Engineer will report to the Ride Control Systems Engineering Executive.
This is a full time role.
What You Will Do:
- Support programmable, electrical, and electronic hardware scope to design and deliver control systems for complex, innovative ride systems
- Perform engineering design and analysis for ride systems, focusing on electrical control systems
- Develop control system and network architectures
- Design, model, and analyze electrical supply systems
- Research new products, technologies, and methodologies
- Lead a team of ride control engineers and collaborate with other professionals to develop ride control systems
- Develop control equipment requirements and specifications
- Develop and implement proof-of-concept mock-ups and prototypes
- Conduct hazard assessments and failure modes and effects analysis
- Manage vendors, contractors, and consultants developing and implementing ride control systems
- Define and oversee supplier and consultant design and delivery
- Ensure all delivery and performance requirements are satisfied
- Conduct factory acceptance tests and ride system installation
Required Qualifications & Skills
- 5+ years of Controls Experience
- Experienced in fail-safe and safety-related control system design
- Extensive knowledge of control processors, components, and communication networks
- Highly proficient in industrial control system installation, integration, and commissioning
- Solid understanding of communication protocols: TCP/IP, CAN, serial, ProfiNET, Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT
- Extensive knowledge of electrical design standards and codes, including UL508a and NEC
- Familiarity with amusement and automation industry standards, including ASTM F2291
- Expertise in motor and motion control methods and components
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally for 1-week to 3-year durations
- Ability to handle multiple complex efforts simultaneously, coordinate team efforts, and manage tasks and priorities
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- Licensed professional engineer
- Proficient with engineering design tools including AutoCAD, Matlab, Simulink, Solidworks, EPLAN
- Proficient in Rockwell and Siemens automation systems architecture and components
- Electrical and troubleshooting skills (voltmeter, oscilloscope, etc.)
- Knowledge of international amusement industry standards applicable in France, Hong Kong, or China
Education
- As a minimum a Bachelor of Science Degree in engineering, computer science, or related field from an accredited university, Electrical Engineering preferred
Additional Information:
- Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at .
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Date Posted:
2026-03-09Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E01 ~ 2000 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E01Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
We are currently seeking a Principal Software Security Engineer to join our Software Product Assurance team in Goleta, Santa Barbara County, CA as a SW Security Individual Contributor supporting development for the SW Product Assurance (embedded program protection and cyber) of our portfolio of programs at the site.
- Raytheon Goleta, Ca Location
What You Will Do:
Our mission is to provide world class Security Software to be used in developing and supporting deployed sensor systems on various platforms.
- Implement Software Security principles to embedded software design, development, integration, and testing of real-time sensor software.
- Develop software applications using C and C++ languages on a variety of computing platforms
- Ensure the SW Product Assurance processes are followed on our programs
- Understand real-time software design and the performance implications associated with specific System Security implementations.
- Work closely with cross functional Engineering teams to define and implement Test Driven Multidisciplinary Capability (TDMC) based execution development and deployment requirements.
- Work in a common development environment to support and facilitate program ability to leverage specific capabilities.
- Interface with customer community to review technical design and support verification of system maturity.
Qualifications You Must Have:
- Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of relevant software experience
- Experience with C / C++
- Experience with Xilinx UltaScale+ MPSoC, Versal, or similar Embedded Processors
- Experience with embedded OS like VxWorks, Embedded Linux, or similar
- Embedded Software Security experience
- Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Qualifications We Prefer:
- Experience/knowledge of any of the following:
- Designing, implementing, testing, or fielding real-time security-oriented solutions on Department of Defense (DoD) programs (embedded experience highly preferred)
- Cyber security experience. Using security-relevant tools and devices for security auditing, network security, host/server security, communication security, or policy management.
- Secure boot, containerization and hardening concepts
- Static analysis concepts, methods & tools
- Petalinux/Yocto operating systems
- Cryptographic Algorithms
- Agile/Scrum/Kanban frameworks and DevSecOps environments
- Python / Perl
- Knowledge of modern computer architecture and hardware technologies including:
- ARM Architecture
- Interface protocols: PCIe, GPIO, I2C, SATA
- Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs)
- Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs)
- Using software configuration management and bug tracking tools
- Experience with validation and verification of software applications
- Experience in a technical leadership role to grow and lead a small technical team
What We Offer:
- We offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.
- Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.
Learn More & Apply Now!
- Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
- This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
The salary range for this role is 118,300 USD - 224,900 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
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Job Summary
Under the direction of the Lead Automotive Account Manager - West Coast, the SOCAL Automotive Sales Engineer is responsible for maintaining current customer relationships and identifying areas for potential growth with established and new customers in the electric vehicle market. The primary role will be serving as the key account manager for a major electric vehicle company with responsibility for several smaller accounts. The role is responsible for being the main point of contact for communication regarding product selections and opportunity generation. This position is based primarily in the SOCAL area, with travel to the West Coast region as required. This individual will work with a cross-functional team, including sales, project management, product management, and engineering, to achieve success. This will be achieved while maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation.
Essential Functions:
- Serve as the key account manager for SOCAL automotive vehicle customers.
- Coordinate and align domestically and globally for relevant opportunities as required.
- Expand HellermannTyton's position in low-voltage, high-voltage vehicle electrification systems as well as fluid routing opportunities.
- Uncover opportunities in standard, platform-based, and custom products
- Attend and lead selected customer-facing meetings to drive opportunities to specify HellermannTyton's products.
- Support overall business direction as set by automotive sales and marketing leadership with vetted information and strategic clarity to ensure key activities are moving forward.
- Work with customer engineering teams to assess standard plastic fasteners/clips for wiring harnesses and fluid routings, offer substitutions, and deliver new, improved offerings.
- Use understanding of technical drawings, documents, and automotive testing requirements to convert information into recommendations and next steps to achieve the specification.
- Understand and have full knowledge of OEM specifications for standard parts and leverage that to gain market share.
- Follow and improve process flows to enable efficient multi-stakeholder direction and understanding of key actions and commitments.
- Manage customers current and upcoming platforms and develop sales plans in line with customers goals
- Maintain familiarity with competitors' products and identify opportunities
- Effectively communicate status, actions, milestones, and activities to key stakeholders.
Other Functions:
- Ability to discern opportunities and roadblocks to the goals of a project and drive results for increased sales.
Qualifications (skills, knowledge, experience)
- BS from an accredited four-year college or university, engineering discipline preferred, or equivalent experience in lieu of degree
- Excellent knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
- 5+ years of professional experience demonstrating mechanical and engineering aptitude, along with successful key customer responsibility
- Automotive Industry Experience required
- Knowledge of plastic fasteners is preferred
- Must have a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and adequate insurance
- Minimal travel involved
By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.
HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Job Description
D'Leon Consulting Engineers is seeking a Third Party Utility Coordinator in Los Angeles, California
Responsibilities
- Conduct detailed utility investigations to identify existing infrastructure, assess potential conflicts, and recommend solutions during project planning and execution phases.
- Coordinate with utility providers, contractors, and project teams to ensure timely relocation, installation, and integration of utility services.
- Review and interpret construction plans, scopes of work (SOW), and project schedules to identify utility impacts and requirements.
- Obtain necessary permits, approvals, and agreements from utility companies and regulatory agencies to ensure project compliance.
- Develop and maintain utility coordination documentation, including utility adjustment plans, easement agreements, and status reports.
- Organize and facilitate utility coordination meetings to align stakeholders on project timelines, requirements, and resolutions.
- Monitor utility relocation and installation progress, ensuring work aligns with project schedules, safety standards, and quality expectations.
- Provide technical guidance on design adjustments, cost estimates, and risk mitigation strategies related to utility coordination.
- Resolve utility conflicts by collaborating with engineers, contractors, and utility providers, ensuring minimal disruptions to the project timeline.
- Stay updated on local, state, and federal regulations regarding utility coordination and infrastructure projects.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience in utility coordination, utility relocation, or construction project management.
- Strong knowledge of utility systems, infrastructure design, and regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS software, and project management tools.
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.
- Familiarity with construction safety standards and practices.
Job Description
D'Leon Consulting Engineers is seeking a Document Control Specialist in Los Angeles, California
Responsibilities
- The control, scanning, indexing, linking, hardcopy filing and distribution of documents in Prolog. This includes internal to Planning & Development Group (PDG) and external to project participants distribution of correspondence, technical submittals, project reports, Requests for Information, and contract plans and specifications.
- Prepare transmittals, distribute documents using Prolog, and retrieve documents through Prolog software.
- Must be highly organized and detail oriented.
- Must be a proactive, self-starter, with a results-oriented focus.
- Must be sensitive to time deadlines, ensure that work is accomplished in the time frames required, and must be flexible and able to readily adapt to changing priorities.
- May be designated as a lead Document Control Technician on a project or element.
- May be assigned training duties to train new staff on document controls procedures.
Other Required Duties
- Assist the Project Manager, the Construction Manager, and the Project Team in all matters relative to project documents and the control and distribution of documents in Prolog Manager.
- Process project documents and maintain document control files in accordance with project document control procedures.
- Document Control Support encompasses both electronic and hard copy distribution and filing.
- Responsibilities include establish and maintain files; receive, index and scan documents into Prolog Manager software.
- Types of project documents include correspondence, field memos, submittals, pay requests, drawing log, safety notices, RFIs, and photos.
- The control, scanning, indexing, linking and distribution of documents in Prolog. This includes internal to external to project participants distribution of correspondence, technical submittals, project reports, Requests for Information, and contract plans and specifications.
- Create binders, create labels, and organize and file contract documents.
Qualifications
- 2 year technical degree
- 5 years of experience with document processing and data management
- Master of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Professional
- Document control software preferred, Prolog
Plant Engineer
Location: Los Angeles, Ca | Industry: Manufacturing / Food & Consumer Goods
Position Summary
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Plant Engineer to lead the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of packaging machinery within a manufacturing facility. This role is critical to ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant packaging operations that support business objectives, quality standards, and customer expectations.
The ideal candidate is a strong technical leader with deep expertise in packaging equipment, proven experience managing production-line machinery, and the ability to lead and develop high-performing technical teams in a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, train, and mentor a team of machine technicians to ensure consistent performance and operational continuity.
- Oversee daily packaging line operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and achievement of production targets.
- Manage preventive and corrective maintenance programs for all packaging machinery and systems.
- Provide technical expertise on packaging machinery, materials, and process optimization (e.g., films, pouches, labels).
- Lead technical projects including new line installations, equipment upgrades, layout changes, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) to address recurring equipment or process issues.
- Ensure compliance with GMP, quality standards, regulatory requirements, and internal procedures.
- Oversee investigations, audits, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and packaging quality metrics.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with equipment vendors, packaging suppliers, and service contractors.
- Manage the packaging department's operational budget and oversee capital expenditure (CAPEX) planning and execution.
- Lead equipment selection, process design, and advanced technical troubleshooting.
- Support broader facility engineering and operations initiatives as needed.
Qualifications
Experience
- 5+ years of experience in packaging machinery operations, engineering, or maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
Technical Expertise
- Strong knowledge of automated packaging equipment.
- Experience with Vertical Form Fill & Seal (VFFS) systems is highly preferred.
Industry Experience
- Background in tea, spice, herb, food, or consumer goods packaging is a strong plus.
Leadership & Communication
- Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop technical teams.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Compliance & Problem Solving
- Working knowledge of GMP, QMS, and safety regulations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
Language
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
- Equivalent technical certifications or hands-on engineering experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Required Skills & Experience
Education and/or Experience:
· Required
o Associate's degree or vocational school graduate with courses in Mechanical Drafting, Algebra, and Trigonometry, along with six years minimum of aerospace design and drafting experience. Minimum of 8,000 hours working directly with CATIA V5.
o Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, along with four years minimum of aerospace design and drafting experience. Minimum of 6,000 hours in CATIA V5.
Required Skills:
· Language: Must have excellent communication and inter-personal skills; must have the ability to read, comprehend, present, and write (in English) correspondence, blueprints, technical journals and drawings, policies, procedures
Required Skills:
· Language: Must have excellent communication and inter-personal skills; must have the ability to read, comprehend, present, and write (in English) correspondence, blueprints, technical journals and drawings, policies, procedures, etc.
· Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, written, and oral instructions. Ability to solve problems involving many variables in various situations.
· Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
· Other Abilities: Must be able to effectively multi-task and quickly change from task to task. Must be a detail-orientated self-administrator able to work quickly and effectively in a fast-paced environment. Must understand engineering drawings. Must have a working knowledge of shop operations and processes to aid in clarifying drawings. Must be able to analyze figures, results, or complex data to determine the logical solution to a drafting problem. To be responsible for high clerical accuracy and moderate factual dependability in assembling and presenting data. Must be proficient operating CAD programs (CATIA V5), MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as email, and the use of printers and plotters.
Tools used:
· Computer
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Desired:
o Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, along with two years minimum of aerospace design and drafting experience. Minimum 4,000 hours in CATIA V5.
o CATIA V5 courses strongly desired.
o ASME Y14.5 certification is a plus.
Job Description
Summary: To prepare 3D models and drawings using CATIA V5 R21 and above. Performs design, drafting, and checking functions and can coordinate designs with both Project and Manufacturing Engineers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Under general supervision, must be able to perform a variety of job duties including, but not limited to:
· Proficient in all facets of 3D modeling in CATIA V5. Capable of creating sketch-based solids, complex surfaces, assemblies, parameterized models, etc.
· Use manufacturing knowledge in the creation of metallic components by sheet metal forming, and both subtractive and additive manufacturing to design parts which can be readily manufactured.
· Create details and assemblies with broad range of complexity while operating within engine and vehicle level DMU environments. Model in local and/or global coordinate systems, as applicable.
· Ability to operate in PLM software (3DX) and use standard configuration management practices.
· Create 2D drawings or 3D PDFs for detail components and assemblies.
· Create Model Based Definition (MBD) using the FTA workbench.
· Develop assembly BOMs.
· Strong understanding and application of GD&T practices per ASME Y14.5-2 acceptable).
· Perform tolerance stack-ups, interference checks, and installation assessments.
· Write Engineering Orders and make changes to existing drawings.
· Perform weight calculations (hand or CATIA based).
· Perform design checks of models and drawings created by other drafters.
· Aid the shop, customers, and vendors in reading and interpreting SSP and customer drawings to facilitate manufacturing.
· Create tooling models and drawings.
· Follow all Senior policies and procedures.
· Other duties as assigned.
· Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area using safety standards
Other Information:
· Less than 5% travel is typical for this role.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Los Angeles, CA — On-site, 5 days/week
Salary: $95,000 – $180,000 + equity + annual performance bonus
Type: Full-time
A well-funded, mission-driven space technology company is moving fast and building real flight hardware. They're hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer to own the design, analysis, and development of hardware. This is a true hands-on role at the intersection of structures, thermals, mechanisms, and aero, working shoulder-to-shoulder with GNC, TPS, test, avionics, manufacturing, and integration teams.
What you'll do:
- Design mechanical systems for atmospheric recovery: deployables, aerodynamic decelerators, recovery mechanisms, interfaces, and precision landing hardware
- Own hardware end-to-end: concept → requirements → CAD → FEA → prototype → assemble → qualify → flight
- Perform structural/thermal/mechanism analysis for extreme loads, temperatures, and dynamics
- Lead integration across rigid structures + soft goods (e.g., paraglider/parachute-style systems) and flight hardware
- Support and drive test campaigns (ground, wind-tunnel, and flight) and iterate quickly
- Run design reviews (PDR/CDR) and produce clear drawings, BOMs, documentation, and work instructions
What they're looking for:
- 3–5 years of industry experience designing aerospace mechanical hardware
- Strong CAD skills (SolidWorks, NX, or similar) and analysis ability (structural/thermal in ANSYS preferred; SolidWorks acceptable)
- Experience with structures, mechanisms, deployables, and aero-structures (e.g., flaps, hinges, linkages, and ideally parachute/paraglider-adjacent components)
- Strong understanding of load paths, interfaces, and environmental requirements for high-energy flight environments
- Proven ability to take hardware from concept to production and/or flight
- Comfortable with ambiguity, rapid iteration, and fast design–build–test cycles
- Excellent documentation and communication skills
Nice to have:
- Reentry systems, atmospheric flight vehicles, TPS interfaces
- Soft goods integration with rigid structures
- Hypersonic/supersonic/high aero-load environments
- Field test experience (drop tests, flight tests, deployment tests)
- Precision actuation / DOF-limited mechanisms in harsh environments
Benefits snapshot:
- Equity + bonus
- Medical, dental, vision
- Short/long-term disability + life insurance
- PTO + 401(k) with company match
- Subsidized catered lunch/snacks/coffee
Work authorization requirement:
Due to export control regulations, candidates must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, protected individuals, or otherwise eligible to obtain required U.S. authorizations.
Job Title: Automation Engineer Automation Engineer(Selenium)
Location: Pasadena, CA (3 Days/Week) Only Locals.
Job Type: Contract
Job Summary
We are looking for a detail-oriented and skilled QA Automation Engineer with Selenium expertise to design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for web applications. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in Selenium-based automation, test framework design, and CI/CD integration.
Required Skills
Core Technical Skills
- Strong experience with Selenium WebDriver
- Proficiency in Java / Python / C# (at least one)
- Experience in TestNG / JUnit / PyTest / NUnit
- Strong understanding of OOPS concepts
- Experience with Maven / Gradle
- Knowledge of Git version control
- Experience in writing XPath and CSS selectors
- Strong understanding of Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC)
Job Description
Company: Counter
Job Title: Packaging Engineer
Location: Santa Monica, CA – hybrid role 2-3x a week in office
Reports To: Director of Sourcing and Director of New Product Launches
About Us
We are a startup revolutionizing beauty with a purpose; create the industry standard of "clean". Our premium skincare, makeup, and body care formulations combine uncompromising safety, efficacy and environmental responsibility. And our vision transcends products. We are committed to inspiring confident women and others to recognize their collective power to create meaningful change. Our innovative community-commerce ecosystem connects customers, beauty enthusiasts, and loyalists, allowing each person to align with our brand in ways that authentically reflect their values and aspirations. From our formulas to our advocacy efforts to our community connection, we lead clean.
The Role
The Packaging Engineer will be responsible for developing, sourcing, and executing high-quality, cost-effective packaging solutions that meet brand, quality, and sustainability standards. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Operations, and Sourcing, to support new product launches and ongoing production needs.
The Packaging Engineer will oversee component development, supplier management, and production readiness while driving process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Key Responsibilities
Packaging Development & Engineering
• Translate creative design concepts into functional, manufacturable, and cost-effective packaging solutions
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development, and Sourcing to ensure packaging aligns with brand standards, functionality, and cost objectives
• Interpret and approve engineering documents, including die lines, material specifications, and technical drawings
• Provide subject-matter expertise to ensure packaging feasibility and production readiness
• Lead design reviews and recommend improvements to enhance sustainability, quality, and efficiency
• Oversee tooling development, including status tracking, vendor coordination, and cost management
Supplier Management & Sourcing
• Lead supplier evaluations, RFQs, and cost of goods (COGs) analyses to ensure quality, value, and timely delivery
• Build and maintain strong relationships with packaging vendors and contract manufacturers
• Identify cost drivers and apply a total cost of ownership approach to decision-making
• Manage packaging component orders and monitor supplier performance for cost, quality, and delivery
• Conduct on-site visits for supplier assessments, color matching, and first production runs as needed
Production Planning & Quality Assurance
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery of packaging components for production and new product launches
• Oversee packaging inventory levels to support production planning and business continuity
• Support first production runs through on-site quality assurance and troubleshooting
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Planning, and Logistics to ensure readiness for on-time launches
• Drive initiatives to reduce waste, streamline processes, and improve overall packaging sustainability
Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Develop and implement best-in-class packaging development processes, documentation, and tools
• Partner with Product Development, Regulatory, Planning, Finance, and Logistics to ensure seamless cross-functional alignment
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to operational excellence
• Support packaging technology transfers and process standardization across product lines
Qualifications Required
• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Science, Industrial Design, Engineering, or a related field
• 5-6+ years of experience in packaging development, preferably within the beauty, skincare, or consumer goods industry
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and structural engineering principles
• Proven experience conducting RFQs, COGs analyses, and managing supplier relationships
• Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills
• Advanced Excel proficiency and familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Preferred
• Experience with sustainability initiatives and waste-reduction strategies
• Knowledge of clean beauty standards and eco-conscious materials
• Familiarity with PLM systems and technical documentation best practices
• Willingness to travel for supplier meetings, production evaluations, and quality reviews
Counter is a people-powered movement that starts with those behind it! We're building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, where every individual is respected, supported, and empowered to thrive.
We know that different backgrounds, identities, and perspectives make us stronger, more creative, and better equipped to drive change. That's why we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone belongs.
Counter is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender/gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We encourage all individuals to apply and join us in shaping a cleaner, more inclusive future for all.