Structural Designer

General Information

Job ID

ATR51934

Posting Job Title

Structural Designer

Locations

NC Winston-Salem Manufacturing

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

27-May-2025

Relocation Support

No

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

The Opportunity

The Structural Designer is a mid-level design professional who works independently to contribute to the efforts of the Merchandising Display Design team and existing customer and business development opportunities. They stay organized, communicate effectively, demonstrate excellent time management, and consistently deliver high-quality output. She/he has a robust understanding of business objectives, technical processes, and manufacturing technologies and applies this knowledge in his or her design process. They demonstrate independence and leadership and are developing sound judgment and business acumen.

How you will contribute to Smurfit Westrock:

• Proficiency in Artios CAD and professional proficiency of Microsoft Office products Power Point, Word, Excel required.
• Adobe knowledge advantageous.
• Advanced proficiency in operation of equipment including CAD Tables and 3D printers
• Advanced understanding of carton manufacturing processes and limitations and can effectively execute CAD layouts for estimating and production teams
• Familiarity with beverage package filling lines, supply chains, automation and/or fit-for-use testing is a plus
• Creative design generation: active participation in design ideation to support customer or platform innovation projects
• Robust execution: maintains highest levels of customer satisfaction in managing design related responsibilities for key accounts and projects through timely and independent execution of deliverables including prototypes, white samples and graphic mock-ups
• Effective and clear communication, including clear expectation-setting with Commercial team and customers, customer-facing articulation of design intent, feedback and coaching of fellow designers, and collaborative optimization with Operations.
• Degree in Industrial Design, Packaging Design, Design Engineering or specialized Engineering Degree based in mechanical engineering disciplines from an accredited institution is preferred and/or minimum 3 years relevant work experience.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10-20% for internal meetings and externally to customer sites.

What you need to succeed:

• At least 3 years of relevant experience; 4-8 years in the packaging industry strongly preferred
• Related experience in a creative, technical, or production-focused setting is a plus
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; familiarity with InDesign & Photoshop
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• A basic ability to visualize and understand how flat parts fold and assemble in 3D
• A mechanically inclined mindset is a plus
• Eagerness to learn new design software and industry equipment
• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship in building physical samples and documentation
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• A proactive, reliable work ethic and a strong desire to learn and grow professionally
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative way
• Self-motivation, enjoying a high-paced environment with an ability to coordinate multiple projects

What we offer:

• A workplace culture built on the values of integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
• A collaborative, team-oriented environment that promotes learning and knowledge sharing
• Hands-on training with industry-standard tools, software, and equipment
• Exposure to all aspects of the POP display lifecycle
• Competitive hourly compensation
• The opportunity to grow within a global leader in the paper and packaging industry

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.