Job description

Amazon's Packaging Design & Innovation team is looking for an Associate Packaging Designer to support the development of fiber-based packaging solutions that protect products, delight customers, and reduce environmental impact across Amazon's fulfillment network. In this role, you will work alongside senior designers, program managers, automation engineers, and material scientists to bring new packaging concepts from prototype through testing and into production. You will build foundational skills in structural packaging design, CAD modeling, material testing, and specification development while contributing directly to packaging programs that reach hundreds of millions of customers. This is a hands-on, lab-and-desk role with exposure to fulfillment center operations, supplier engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. You will be supported by experienced designers and engineers who will help you grow your technical expertise and operational knowledge. Key job responsibilities • Create and iterate on packaging prototypes and structural designs using ArtiosCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent CAD tools • Produce visual renderings and design documentation to communicate concepts to internal stakeholders • Support the development and maintenance of packaging specifications for paper bags, mailers, boxes, and dunnage materials • Execute packaging performance tests in the lab (drop testing, compression, material characterization) and document results • Assist in preparing test reports and presentations summarizing design performance, material comparisons, and recommendations • Participate in cross-functional meetings with automation, customer experience, supply chain, and sustainability teams • Support supplier sample evaluation, material qualification, and production readiness activities • Travel to fulfillment centers, labs, and supplier facilities to support testing, pilot launches, and design validation (~15–20%) A day in the life Global Packaging Design & Engineering sits within the Amazon Robotics’ organization to enable a systems approach. The team develops, deploys, and scales packaging solutions across the Automated Robotics Sortable (ARS) network — from Pick to SLAM. We work backwards from customer insights to deliver packaging that integrates seamlessly into brownfield and greenfield fulfillment center deployments with safety as a top priority. We are transitioning from single-use plastics to curbside recyclable paper-based materials and own the end-to-end packaging experience including design, specification, testing, supplier engagement, and network deployment. About the team The Packaging Design and Engineering team at Amazon is a global team comprised of Packaging Engineers, Designers, Project Managers and Specifications experts. We iterate to accelerate, test thoroughly and own the entire packaging product specification. - Experience in product validation (Shock/Drop, cycle testing, environmental testing) - Experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, macros, SQL, visualization tools - Tableau, Quicksight, etc. - Experience using one or more of the following technologies (e.g., AutoCAD, Rhino, Revit, SolidWorks, CREO, SketchUp, KeyShot, etc.) to deliver high quality models and designs - • 1–3 years of packaging design, R&D, or related industry experience (internships and co-ops count) - Knowledge of automated material handling systems, packaging technologies and storage solutions - Knowledge of variety of design tools including Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop - Knowledge of and proficiency in a variety of design tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Fireworks, and InDesign Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit amazon.jobs for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at amazon.jobs . USA, MA, Westborough - 78,400.00 - 137,100.00 USD annually

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Key job responsibilities
Create and iterate on packaging prototypes and structural designs using ArtiosCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent CAD tools
Produce visual renderings and design documentation to communicate concepts to internal stakeholders
Support the development and maintenance of packaging specifications for paper bags, mailers, boxes, and dunnage materials
Execute packaging performance tests in the lab (drop testing, compression, material characterization) and document results
Assist in preparing test reports and presentations summarizing design performance, material comparisons, and recommendations
Participate in cross-functional meetings with automation, customer experience, supply chain, and sustainability teams
Support supplier sample evaluation, material qualification, and production readiness activities
Travel to fulfillment centers, labs, and supplier facilities to support testing, pilot launches, and design validation (~15–20%)
A day in the life
About the team
Experience in product validation (Shock/Drop, cycle testing, environmental testing)
Experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, macros, SQL, visualization tools - Tableau, Quicksight, etc.
Experience using one or more of the following technologies (e.g., AutoCAD, Rhino, Revit, SolidWorks, CREO, SketchUp, KeyShot, etc.) to deliver high quality models and designs
1–3 years of packaging design, R&D, or related industry experience (internships and co-ops count)
Knowledge of automated material handling systems, packaging technologies and storage solutions
Knowledge of variety of design tools including Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
Knowledge of and proficiency in a variety of design tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Fireworks, and InDesign
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
USA, MA, Westborough - 78,400.00 - 137,100.00 USD annually

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