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Dennis Group

Packaging Systems Design Engineer II

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Dennis Group

Design-build firm specializing in food & beverage processing facilities from planning to startup

Design, install, commission food & beverage packaging lines, oversee projects and onsite support.
18 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Springfield, MA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
750 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Food & Beverage
Bakery
Cold Storage
Role

Description

autocad layouts
design specs
vendor supervision
factory testing
project coordination
procurement docs
  • Supervise equipment vendors and installation crews
  • Create basis of design and scope of work documents
  • Create AutoCAD equipment layouts
  • Preparation of machine testing requirements and procedures
  • Attend and present at client meetings
  • Provide coaching and/or mentoring to a subordinate group when directed by supervisor.
  • Develop design concepts
  • Lead factory acceptance testing at vendors shop
  • Develop project specific procurement documents for packaging equipment
  • Continual research of packaging engineering best practices
  • On-site construction project coordination to assist with the installation and commissioning of packaging equipment
  • Develop functional specifications for packaging lines
  • Create packaging flow diagrams, material balance, packaging matrix, equipment specifications, OEE documents, speed matrix and V- Curve
  • Interpret mechanical design requirements and customer specifications
  • Provide expertise in manufacturing and packaging design principles
  • Develop and maintain delivery and installation schedule
  • Develop budget estimates
  • Assist in process simulation
  • Design systems including conveyance, wrapping, bagging, cartoning, filling, bottling, case packing and palletizing
  • Review vendor shop drawings and discipline coordination drawings
  • Survey existing conditions
  • Assist with machine and process design
  • Create and follow up with equipment bid packages

Requirements

autocad
ms project
mechanical eng
4+ years
problem solving
packaging systems
  • Intellectual curiosity and a positive, can-do, team-oriented attitude
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must meet Travel Requirement - On-site construction project coordination and management with travel requirements between 50%+ of the year
  • Experience working for food and beverage manufacturing, food and beverage design firms, or professional engineering firms is a plus.
  • Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD
  • Must have experience in project definition, equipment design/layout, process design, equipment design, machine testing procedures, installation and commissioning of equipment
  • Work with sanitary design concepts
  • Strong problem solving, organizing, and time management skills
  • Must have been a part of a project team that installed a packaging system with components including conveyance, wrapping, bagging, cartoning, filling, bottling, case packing or palletizing
  • Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, packaging, industrial, or manufacturing engineering
  • Up to 50% travel required to visit project site and other offices.
  • 4+ years of work experience in related field
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Understand size and placement of support equipment

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Company

Overview

Founded in 1987
Year Established
Began operations in a Springfield, MA attic and has since grown into a global leader.
750 Professionals
Global Team Size
The team spans multiple continents and handles large-scale projects.
$1.3B Annual Volume
Project Value Range
Total value of projects completed annually across various regions.
$1M-$1B Builds
Project Size Range
Facility build costs range from modest to extremely large-scale.
  • A global design-build specialist focusing solely on food and beverage processing facilities.
  • Offers end-to-end services from feasibility studies to construction startup.
  • High-profile clients include Keurig Dr Pepper, SunOpta, Meati Foods, and Smucker.
  • Known for innovative plant designs such as vertical-farming salad facilities and fermentation plants for alternative proteins.
  • Ranked the top food & beverage design firm nine years straight by Engineering News-Record.

Culture + Values

  • Be Responsible and Trustworthy: Let honesty and fairness guide your actions.
  • Prioritize Safety: On site or in the office, safety is a key responsibility.
  • Thrive as a Community: When we help and include each other, we all flourish.
  • Deliver Value: Be thoughtful, efficient, and innovative to provide the best possible value.
  • Build Lasting Relationships: Relationships are the glue that holds Dennis Group together.
  • Be Agile: Respond rapidly by keeping an open, solution‑focused mind.

Environment + Sustainability

500,000 Gal
Rainwater Reuse
Rainwater reuse system collects and recirculates water for sustainable use in facilities.
100% Renewable Electricity
Energy Transition
Example project achieved 100% renewable electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
34% Emissions Reduction
Carbon Efficiency
Zero-waste-to-landfill plant reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 34%, powered entirely by renewables.
130 Tons/Day
Food Waste Recycling
Anaerobic digester processes food waste, generating biogas for energy and reducing landfill waste.
  • Commitment to “Triple Bottom Line”: economic prosperity, environmental stewardship, social responsibility in all projects.
  • Member of U.S. Green Building Council with full‑time director of sustainability and LEED‑accredited staff on board.
  • Projects include LEED‑certified facilities (Silver, Gold) with features like rainwater reuse and low‑VOC materials.
  • Energy audits, carbon‑reduction master planning, GHG emissions reporting, and rebate‑qualified efficiency upgrades are core services.

Inclusion & Diversity

3.8/5 Rating
Diversity & Inclusion Score
The company has a Glassdoor Diversity & Inclusion rating of 3.8/5 based on employee reviews.
4.0★ Asian
Employee Demographic Score
Asian employees contributed an average rating of 4.0 stars out of 5 based on 8 reviews.
4.2★ White
Employee Demographic Score
White employees contributed an average rating of 4.2 stars out of 5 based on 15 reviews.
3.9★ LGBTQ+
Employee Demographic Score
LGBTQ+ employees contributed an average rating of 3.9 stars out of 5 based on 21 reviews.
  • An Employee Resource Group empowers women and allies through networking and leadership development.
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Packaging Systems Design Engineer II at Dennis Group in Springfield, MA