This position is for an experienced hardware packaging engineer, responsible for leading packaging design projects for HP’s Printer products. The candidate will apply developed packaging knowledge to solve common and complex packaging issues, optimizing packaging designs, and helping enable HP’s sustainable packaging goals. Works on problems of diverse complexity and scope. Will act as a team leader providing direction to team activities and facilitates information validation and team decision making process. Exercises independent judgement within generally defined policies and practices to identify and select a solution. Able to handle most unique situations, and may seek advice to make more complex engineering decisions.
Responsibilities:
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Plan, direct, and coordinate the design and development of packaging for hardware products and accessories within the Printer Hardware Packaging Engineering team.
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Work with Manufacturing Partners and suppliers along with cross functional groups to ensure all packaging is developed, tested, and available to meet manufacturing requirements.
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Provide early assessment of packaging and supply chain costs as input to the product design process.
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Conduct packaging testing in-house and with partners, then make appropriate design changes to meet requirements.
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Ensure the packaging designs meet quality, cost, sustainability, and time to market targets
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Work with various regions to develop packaging roadmap and strategy to meet product launches.
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Troubleshoot existing packaging designs and continuously improve them.
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Work with R&D during the product development process and concurrently design the packaging solution.
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Continuously review new technologies, materials, and processes that can help deliver new solutions.
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Engage product core teams to collect requirements around packaging layout, cost, materials, and artwork.
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Manage packaging communication, test requirements, schedule, test report review, corrective actions, and part release with internal and external partners.
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Address factory or field escalations around packaging quality.
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Periodically visit suppliers/partners for knowledge sharing and auditing.
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General process development and communication: engineering solutions to eliminate process gaps, preventative actions, etc.
Education and Experience:
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Bachelor's or Master's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
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Typically 4-6 years of experience
Knowledge and Skills:
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Strong packaging development and mechanical skills
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Ability to use TOPS software or equivalent
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Solid modeling and CAD experience: Creo, ProEngineer, SolidWorks, etc.
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Ability to effectively communicate issue/program/process status and results to management
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Ability to use mechanical measurement tools
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Proficient with analyzing data and using data to drive decisions
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Solid problem solving skills and strong drive for root cause identification and issue resolution
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills; mastery in English
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Ability to effectively communicate product architectures, design proposals and negotiate options at management levels.
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Experience implementing sustainable packaging practices that maximize space and reduce waste, including recyclable, compostable and recycled materials.
HP offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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Dental insurance
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Disability insurance
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Employee assistance program
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Flexible schedule
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Flexible spending account
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Health insurance
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Life insurance
In accordance with Washington statute, the estimated range of compensation for this job in that location, at the time of this posting, is 84,600.00 - 130,000.00 USD annual. This position may be eligible for incentive pay, for openings where this is applicable.
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