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Our goal is to offer each and every person around the world the best of beauty in terms of quality, efficacy, safety, sincerity and responsibility to satisfy all beauty needs and desires in their infinite diversity.\nAt L'Oréal Operations, we create innovative, inclusive, and sustainable beauty together with our business partners by designing, developing, sourcing, manufacturing, and distributing over 6 billion products globally every year. We support over 36 brands across four L’Oréal divisions. We are consumer-oriented, and we act responsibly all along the value chain.\nPosition Purpose:\nAs a Packaging Engineer, you will actively build foundational technical expertise while executing packaging development projects under the guidance of senior technical leads. In this dynamic entry-level role, you will learn to apply core engineering principles to support product launches and renovations for our portfolio of iconic beauty brands, contributing directly to the team’s vision and operational commitments.\nYou will gain hands-on experience navigating the packaging lifecycle from conception through industrialization, developing an understanding of technical feasibility, tooling, and plant execution. Collaborating across cross-functional partners and our supplier network, you will learn to champion quality, sustainability, and courageous solutions that support brand growth.\nKey Responsibilities:\nBusiness Acumen & Communication\nBuild an understanding of brand priorities and project lifecycles to effectively communicate technical updates, timelines, and progress to cross-functional partners.\nLearn to anticipate technical and timeline risks under guidance, escalating blocking points in a structured and timely manner to protect launch milestones.\nSupport project tracking and reporting routines, ensuring transparent communication across domestic and international partners.\nCross-Functional Influence & Collaboration\nPartner closely with Development, Marketing, Quality, Plant Operations, and external suppliers to coordinate project deliverables and technical requirements.\nParticipate in supplier technical evaluations, learning to assess supplier capabilities and alignment with L'Oréal quality standards.\nCollaborate with manufacturing sites and contract fillers to support seamless first component reception quality and industrial line trials.\nTechnical Excellence\nLearn and apply the principles of design to conception and design to cost, supporting the engineering and optimization of packaging components.\nAssist in tooling development, review and approval of 2D/3D technical drawings, and execution of component validation protocols.\nFully own specifications and technical milestones within project timelines to ensure on-time technical validations.\nDefine and coordinate laboratory testing plans (compatibility, functional, and homologation); analyze, interpret, and report results to stakeholders.\nBuild foundational proficiency in packaging systems (MINDS, Compak), product conception processes, regulatory requirements, and AI-powered tools to drive efficiency and informed decision-making.\nSupport L'Oréal's 2030 commitments by learning to implement sustainable materials, recyclability standards, and value analysis initiatives.\nWhat We Are Looking For:\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline.\n0-2 years of relevant experience (including formal packaging engineering internships or co-ops), preferably within cosmetics, personal care, or FMCG.\nFoundational knowledge of packaging materials (plastics, glass, paper/folding cartons) and manufacturing processes (molding, extrusion, decorating).\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple project priorities in a fast-paced environment.\nClear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting technical data to collaborative teams.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).\nAbility and willingness to travel up to 25% to domestic and/or international suppliers and manufacturing plants.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nAcademic exposure to or internship experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and specification management databases.\nFamiliarity with secondary packaging, assembly instructions, or basic plant packaging lines.\nFrench, Spanish, or Portuguese language skills are a plus.\nWhat’s In It For You:\nCompensation Range: $65,400-$91,500 (The actual compensation will depend on a variety of job-related factors which may include geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level)\nCompetitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)\nHybrid Work Policy (3 Days in Office, 2 Days Work from Home)\nFlexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!)\nAccess to Company Perks (VIP Access to L’Oréal’s Internal Shop for Discounted Products, Monthly Mobile Allowance)\nLearning & Development Opportunities for Career Progression (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!)\nEmployee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads)\nAccess to Mental Health & Wellness Programs\nClosing Statements:\nDon’t meet every single requirement? At L'Oréal, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!\nWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.\nIf you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting . 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