Date Posted: 01/23/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 496049
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer
Job Location: Palo Alto, CA, USA, 94304
Work Model: Hybrid
Work Model Details: Up to 25% travel could be expected
Shift: 8 AM to 5 PM
Employment Type: Temp to Hire
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 13
Min Hourly Rate($): 40.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 50.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Adobe, Designing, FDA, Microsoft Office, Packaging
Nice To Have Skills/Attributes: CAD, Solidworks
Experience Desired: SAP experience within a manufacturing environment (3-4 yrs); Experience interfacing with part suppliers (3-4 yrs); Advanced or extended familiarity with Microsoft Suite (3-4 yrs); Additional hands-on packaging engineering experience (testing, materials, compliance) (3-4 yrs)
Required Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree
**C2C is not available**
Job Description
Travel Requirements:
• May require travel to manufacturing sites, Issaquah, WA; San Jose, CA; Hoffman Estates, IL; OR Knoxville, TN, to verify aspects of packaging. Driving proximity to these Client sites is a plus.
• May also require visits to supplier sites around the US
• Up to 25% travel could be expected
• Roles are remote but not 100% work from home
Knowledge / Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering - specialization in Mechanical Engineering
• More than 3 years of professional experience
• 1-2 years of experience in design
• Basic knowledge of global regulatory requirements, in particular the EU Directive 2025/40 (PPWR), as well as the EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC or the EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230 or similar directives
• Experience in the field of "Sustainability – Circularity" in the field of packaging, transport and logistics processes, as well as knowledge of corresponding global regulations
• NX / Teamcenter (Expert) or comparable 3D CAD tools (i.e. Solidworks, Pro/E, Creo)
• SAP knowledge (Advanced)
• Welding technologies (basic) knowledge
Required Qualifications:
• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Packaging, or Industrial preferred)
• 2+ years professional experience (not open to new graduates)
• Experience reading engineering drawings
• Strong communication and independence—must interact confidently with suppliers and represent the Client at sites
• Experience in supplier quality, regulatory documentation, or similar environments
Must-Have Skills:
• Manufacturing experience
• Experience working directly with supplier vendors
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe products
Nice-to-Have Skills:
• NX or Teamcenter experience
• CAD experience (SolidWorks, Pro/E, etc.)
• Knowledge of welding symbols
• Regulatory experience (e.g., ROHS, FDA)
• Experience with large-scale packaging (e.g., medical device equipment, crating)
• SAP experience within a manufacturing environment
• Experience interfacing with part suppliers
• Advanced or extended familiarity with the Microsoft Suite
• Additional hands-on packaging engineering experience (testing, materials, compliance)
Familiarity with packaging engineering, including:
• Testing methodologies
• Material selection
• Regulatory and legislative considerations
Role Overview
• Client is hiring three Packaging Engineers to support compliance with the EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) going into effect on August 12, 2026. These roles focus on collecting packaging data, supplier communication, documentation, and ensuring all packaging for EU bound products meets regulatory requirements.
Top Priorities (Immediate Through August 2026)
• Compile product and packaging lists across business lines
• Work with existing suppliers to collect material data and compliance documentation
• Verify packaging content to ensure no restricted substances are present
• Enter and maintain documentation in SAP and other PLM systems
• Travel as needed to inspect packaging onsite
Priority regions (ideal candidates are within 1–2 hours of these sites):
• Seattle, WA
• Chicago, IL
• Knoxville, TN
Secondary / lower priority:
• Austin, TX
• Palo Alto, CA
• Candidates in nearby states are acceptable if open to travel. Travel is U.S. only
Description of working tasks:
• Responsibility for the design and modification of product-specific packaging for worldwide shipping in compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g. legal requirements)
• During development, various standards, laws or guidelines must be complied with, both nationally and internationally. However, these are taught as part of training courses
• Organization and implementation of packaging tests
• Experience in the field of packaging/packaging design
- **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**
- **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**
Benefits:
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