Structural Designer Saxon - Lowestoft

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Structural Engineer to join our team at Saxon Packaging in Lowestoft.  A team player with initiative, design flair and who thrives in a fast moving environment would fit the team very well.

Who are Saxon Packaging?

Saxon Packaging is part of the Smurfit Kappa Group, leading the way in sustainable paper-based packaging.  We are a sheet plant producing corrugated packaging, supporting a multitude of business sectors including, Craft Breweries, Automotive, Medical, Green energy and Electronic to name a few.

Using the latest industry-specific CAD and artwork software, we design and develop packaging solutions lead from client briefs to deliver a cost-effective sustainable package.  We’re at the very forefront of the packaging revolution, driving change and reducing the industry's impact on the planet. There’s never been a more exciting time to join the team. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Independently create and develop corrugated packaging solutions meeting the needs of the clients brief and produce samples for approval.
• Produce CAD drawings from previously manufactured samples.
• Generate documentation for Estimating, Sales and operations.
• Identify changes to existing packaging to aid packing and or production efficiencies.
• Take direct ownership of tasks by liaising with clients and colleagues to gain information and keep them informed of progress.
• Ensure systems and databases are kept up to date.
• Generate tracings for use in manufacturing.
• Produce CAD drawings for the use in setting of artwork.
• Liaising with clients regarding artwork requirements (not generating artwork / graphics) and processing proofs through to approval via our third-party studios.
• Any other reasonable requests.
  
   

Essential Skills & Experience

To be considered for the role you will need structural design experience ideally in the corrugated packaging sector.

 

• Computer literate with knowledge of packaging based CAD software Illustrator and Microsoft Office applications
• Self-motivated with an eye for problem solving, and attention to detail.
• The ability to follow a design brief and adapt as necessary
• Able to thrive in a fast paced fluid environment and work to deadlines.
  Great communication skills
• Quick to learn and develop and keen to understand our manufacturing processes.
• Able to build a rapport with key personnel, customers and shop floor personnel

How To Apply

If you meet the above criteria and would like to join the Saxon Packaging team, click the Apply Now button and follow the on-line application process.

 

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