Packaging Engineer
Pubblicato il 11-09-2026 - Hays in Cassino
Freelance Packaging Engineer | Automotive Industry Cassino, Italy (Hybrid) ⏳ Freelance Opportunity ️ Language:Italian & English language skills (B2-C1) Must be based in Italy – No sponsorship available We are looking for a Packaging Engineer to support the development and industrialization of packaging solutions for innovative automotive vehicle programs. You will play a key role in defining packaging strategies, coordinating suppliers, and ensuring project success in terms of quality, cost, and timing. Key Responsibilities ✅ Define and implement packaging strategies for vehicle programs and launches ✅ Develop and industrialize automotive packaging solutions ✅ Manage packaging suppliers and project milestones ✅ Monitor costs, quality, delivery timelines, and KPIs ✅ Support CAPEX/OPEX investment planning and control ✅ Coordinate with Purchasing, Manufacturing, Logistics, Finance, Plant Operations,
and New Launch Teams ✅ Drive issue resolution and corrective actions throughout the project lifecycle Required Skills ✔ 3-5 years of experience in automotive packaging development and industrialization (Junior profiles also considered) ✔ Strong knowledge of automotive processes: Stamping, Welding, Assembly, and Logistics ✔ Experience with vehicle launch programs and packaging strategy definition ✔ Supplier management and project coordination experience ✔ Knowledge of CAPEX/OPEX and cost management ✔ Project Management experience within an industrial environment ✔ Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills ✔ Italian & English language skills (B2-C1) Nice to Have ➕ PMP Certification ➕ SAP knowledge ➕ Experience in multinational automotive companies ➕ Lean Manufacturing expertise ➕ Experience with STLA (Stellantis) or similar automotive platforms ➕ Knowledge of Global Transport & Packaging processes Additional Information Location: Cassino Plant, Italy Occasional travel to other plants in Italy and Zaragoza (Spain) Primarily on-site role (limited hybrid flexibility dependi