Packaging Engineer

viaPhoton
Naperville, IL

We are seeking a detail-oriented and innovative Packaging Engineer with expertise in SolidWorks to join our team. This role focuses on optimizing packaging solutions for materials shipped from overseas, with a primary goal of reducing freight costs while ensuring product integrity.

About the job

Are you passionate about turning ideas into reality, embracing ownership, and working at the forefront of connectivity? Join viaPhoton and be part of a culture that thrives on fearless innovation, teamwork, and continuous growth, where learning, unlearning, and relearning are part of the journey.

This dynamic role offers significant ownership and responsibility. We’re looking for individuals who excel in environments where their contributions make an impact, are hungry to learn, and are energized by meaningful work that drives company growth while accelerating their career. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

Who We Are

We are changing the norm by being customer focused, technology led.

viaPhoton is on an ambitious mission to revolutionize how critical digital infrastructure is manufactured and deployed. Best-in-class data centers and telecom providers need fiber optic solutions delivered in weeks, not months—whether that’s for AI infrastructure, 5G networks, or next-generation broadband. We’re reimagining fiber optic manufacturing for the AI era. Manufacturing is no longer just an operations challenge, but an automation and speed-to-market problem that customers urgently need solved. In less than 5 years, we’ve grown to a team of over 150, and have added top cloud service providers to our growing customer base. We have only just gotten started -- our ambition is to become the market leader of the $40+ BN connectivity industry.

We seek candidates who will be culture contributors and who align with our core values:

  • Fearless Innovation we are pioneers unafraid to change the norm in relentless pursuit of better
  • Forward Together we believe that when we work together toward a collective goal, we all succeed
  • Integrity Over Everything we believe in long term relationships and doing what is right, always
  • Nimble, Always we are solutions obsessed, move fast, and stay nimble
  • Be the Bar we set our own standard of excellence and hold ourselves to it

What You Will Do

  1. Design and develop packaging solutions using SolidWorks.
  2. Evaluate current packaging methods and identify opportunities for cost-saving improvements.
  3. Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to optimize packaging for overseas shipping.
  4. Conduct material testing to ensure packaging durability and compliance with shipping standards.
  5. Generate detailed packaging documentation, including CAD drawings and specifications.
  6. Monitor and analyze freight costs and implement strategies to minimize expenses.
  7. Perform additional duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

  • Proficiency in SolidWorks for packaging design.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience with packaging materials and freight optimization.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication and collaboration abilities.

Why Join Us

  • Cutting-Edge Technology – Opportunities to work on the forefront of fiber optic technology.
  • Professional Development – We’re committed to your growth, offering resources, career development, and a culture where your voice is heard.
  • Fun Team Environment – Monthly team bonding events, free lunches, and activities to keep us connected.
Posted 2025-09-29

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