Packaging Engineer (m/f/d)

The Packaging Engineer is responsible for developing, qualifying, and managing all raw material packaging sourced from external suppliers and packaging for intercompany shipments. This role ensures that packaging materials meet technical specifications, quality standards, sustainability goals, operational and legal requirements. The engineer collaborates closely with suppliers, procurement, quality, SCM, logistics and production teams to optimize packaging performance, cost, and reliability.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain technical specifications for all raw material packaging and intercompany packaging (e.g., films, cartons, labels, pallets, liners, bags)
• Evaluate packaging materials for performance, durability, compliance, and compatibility with production equipment
• Lead packaging trials, testing, and validation activities
• Support new product introductions and packaging changes by defining requirements and ensuring supplier readiness
• Review and approve supplier documentation (technical data sheets, drawings)
• Conduct supplier capability assessments and support qualification processes
• Investigate packaging-related quality issues and lead root cause analysis with suppliers
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Identify opportunities to reduce packaging costs through material optimization, design changes, or supplier improvements
• Support sustainability initiatives such as lightweighting, recyclability, and waste reduction
• Provide technical support for packaging planning, inventory management, and supplier performance reviews

Your Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Several years of experience in packaging engineering within manufacturing, FMCG, pharma, or industrial sectors
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, converting processes, and packaging equipment
• Familiarity with quality systems, testing standards, and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency with CAD tools, packaging testing equipment, and ERP systems
• Experience working directly with external packaging suppliers
• Knowledge of sustainability frameworks and eco design principles
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to resolve conflicts, assertively push projects forward, and build constructive relationships
• Language skills: fluent in English and Italian, knowledge of German is advantageous

OUR COMMITMENT

• Innovative work environment in a young, dynamic team
• High-tech projects in the future-proof sector of e-mobility
• Opportunities for advancement in a growing company
• A wide range of further training opportunities
• Total compensation starting from €74,000 gross per year, including a 30% variable bonus based on goal achievement
• Additional company benefits

The compensation indicated represents the total compensation for this role. Final compensation may vary based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and the scope of responsibilities. Should the position's responsibilities, seniority level, or location differ during the recruitment process, the applicable compensation may be adjusted accordingly, taking into account local market conditions and internal compensation frameworks. WHY ALPITRONIC Together with our customers, we are driving the world towards sustainable mobility – with cutting-edge technology, we inspire with the most innovative and reliable solutions. With our roots in South Tyrol, we are market and innovation leaders and set the future charging infrastructure standards from our locations in Bolzano/Bozen, Bergamo, Bologna, Munich and Charlotte (USA).

WHAT MAKES WORKING FOR US SPECIAL We are excited to meet individuals who are enthusiastic about making things happen, take personal responsibility and appreciate seeing the direct results of their work in the final product. We are a fast-growing company and offer our top teams a diverse and challenging range of tasks in a respectful corporate culture. Your contributions matter, are appreciated and have a significant impact! Join us and be part of our team!