Senior SolidWorks Designer – FMCG & Food Packaging (Part-Time | Contract)

Company: Snapsil® Packaging Pty Ltd

Location: Remote

Job Type: Part-time, Contract

Schedule: Flexible, project-based

About Snapsil

Snapsil® is revolutionizing portion-control packaging with innovative, sustainable, and consumer-friendly solutions. Our patented snap-to-open technology reduces plastic usage by up to 75%, while delivering premium convenience and functionality.

We work across food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, personal care, and industrial applications, helping brands differentiate their products while lowering environmental impact.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Packaging Designer to support ongoing product development and R&D projects focused on thin plastic packaging components for FMCG and food applications.

This is a hands-on, part-time contract role suited to a designer who can work independently and deliver manufacturing-ready designs in collaboration with engineering, R&D, and manufacturing partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop 3D parts and assemblies using SolidWorks
• Create thin-wall plastic packaging components optimized for manufacturing
• Produce production and tooling-ready drawings, including tolerances and material specs
• Apply DFM/DFA principles for injection molding and thermoforming
• Support prototyping, testing, and iterative design improvements
• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and manufacturers
• Maintain clear documentation and version control

Required Experience & Skills

• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks
• Proven experience in FMCG or food packaging design
• Strong background in thin plastic component design
• Understanding of plastic materials (PP, PET, PE, etc.)
• Experience with high-volume manufacturing processes
• Ability to work independently as a contractor

Nice to Have

• Experience with food-contact packaging compliance
• Knowledge of sustainable or lightweight packaging design
• Experience working with overseas manufacturers
• Mechanical engineering or related technical background

What We Offer

• Flexible part-time contract arrangement
• Opportunity to work on patented, IP-driven packaging technology
• Collaborative, innovation-led environment
• Potential for ongoing project work

How to Apply

Apply via Indeed with:

• Your CV
• A portfolio or examples of relevant packaging or product design work (preferred)

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance, Contract

Benefits:

• Work from home

Work Location: Remote