Packaging Development Engineer

Packaging Development Engineer

  Not Disclosed

  Newark, DE

  12.0 Months

  Not Disclosed

  Not Disclosed

  Healthcare

Job Description

Hybrid role, must be able to be in Glasgow at least 2 days per week.

Description:

The Package Development Engineer II is responsible for the design, development, testing, and implementation of secondary and tertiary packaging solutions supporting the business needs across product lines. This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring packaging meets performance requirements, regulatory standards, and logistical efficiency, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners. The role is suited for a proactive packaging engineering professional eager to contribute technical expertise and innovative thinking in a dynamic, global organization.

Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and qualify secondary and tertiary packaging components for products, ensuring protection, compliance, and optimal distribution.
Work closely with product teams, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and external suppliers to create robust packaging solutions that meet internal and external requirements.
Conduct testing and validation of packaging to ensure performance under transportation, handling, and storage conditions, utilizing industry standards and protocols.
Prepare and maintain technical documentation for packaging specifications, drawings, testing results, and change records.
Support packaging-related troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and implement improvements to resolve issues and enhance performance.
Assist in the development and maintenance of packaging guidelines and best practices, supporting consistency and standardization across sites and product lines.
Stay current with regulatory and industry requirements related to packaging, including labeling, safety, and compliance for global distribution.
Collaborate with purchasing and suppliers to evaluate and select appropriate materials, designs, and technologies for secondary and tertiary packaging.
Support cost analysis, optimization, and value engineering initiatives to improve packaging efficiency and reduce total landed cost.
Participate in cross-functional teams for product launches, packaging changes, and quality improvement projects.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
5+ years of experience in packaging design and development, preferably with secondary and tertiary packaging in regulated industries.
Strong technical knowledge of packaging materials, testing protocols, and design principles for secondary and tertiary applications.
Experience with CAD software and packaging-related documentation systems.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
Knowledge of relevant packaging regulations, standards, and global distribution requirements.
Ability to analyze problems, propose effective solutions, and drive implementation to completion.

Preferred Skills
Experience with ISTA, ASTM, and other packaging test standards.
Familiarity with supply chain and logistics for large-scale distribution.
Project management skills and experience with packaging change control processes.
Experience working with external packaging suppliers and contract manufacturers.

Notes:
Hybrid role, must be able to be onsite at least 2 days per week. Possibly more as project work requires.
8AM - 5PM