Design Engineer
Jul 14, 2026
- Design Engineer and Packaging Engineer with 25+ years of experience creating innovative thin-gauge thermoformed packaging solutions from concept through prototype.
- He brings a rare combination of creativity, technical depth, and practical manufacturing knowledge across CPG packaging, med device packaging, and advanced engineering environments.
- With a strong foundation in mechanical engineering, SolidWorks, and product development, he has consistently turned ideas into manufacturable designs. His work has been recognized through five awarded patents for plastic packaging innovations, including clamshell and fold-open seal package designs.
- He spent the majority of his career supporting packaging design and innovation efforts, collaborating with teams to develop solutions that balance functionality, manufacturability, and customer needs.
- Key strengths include:
- Thin-gauge thermoformed packaging design & development
- Concept creation through prototyping and production support
- SolidWorks CAD and mechanical design expertise
- Creative problem solving and innovative package solutions
- Five patented plastic packaging designs
- Why Now? Following significant business changes within his organization, including restructuring and divestitures, he was impacted and is now seeking a new opportunity to continue designing innovative packaging solutions.
- Based in the Chicagoland area, he is unable to relocate but is open to local opportunities or remote packaging/design roles where he can leverage his extensive thermoforming experience.
- If you need a very experienced thin gauge thermoforming Design Engineer — and you are in the Chicago area or are willing to support a remote role — please reach out! I’d love to put you together!