Senior Packaging Engineer, R&D - Cork, Carrigtwohill IDA Business & Technology Park Innovation Centre

Work Flexibility: Hybrid

(12 months Fixed Term role)

Position Summary

 
The Senior Packaging Engineer, R&D Packaging will be a member on new product development and sustaining project teams with responsibilities for development of packaging components, artwork design, design verification, shelf life testing and compliance related activities. This resource will also lead teams on special activities and research which have business impact. 

What you will do:  

• ​Execute packaging usability research and participate in Voice of the Customer activities.
• Develop packaging components that improve the customer experience, working with a drafter to develop 3D models and Artwork.
• Demonstrate development life cycle knowledge through delivery of high quality deliverables.
• Work cooperatively with quality, manufacturing, regulatory, clinical, marketing, R&D device designers, supply chain, vendors, and distribution centers – across geographies -- to ensure project success.
• Build Quality into all aspects of product development and support by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements and leading improvements and development of solutions that make it easier for the organization to maintain compliance in complex areas (such as ever-evolving regulatory requirements worldwide).
• Support audits, non-conformances and CAPAs as needed.
• Lead small- scale Packaging projects to drive changes across the packaging team.
• Mentor or supervise technical staff as needed.
• Role-model a high level of service and responsibility in managing a high and varied workload from internal clients and working to tight timelines.

What you will need:  

• B.S. degree in Packaging, Industrial, Mechanical engineering or applicable technical field.
• 3+ years of experience
• Medical device industry experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience in medical device, biotech or pharmaceutical packaging design development.
• Demonstrated experience in resolving design and process related packaging issues on commercial products
• Functional knowledge of Design Controls and Industry standards in Packaging Design (11607, ASTM, ISTA)
• Experienced in Statistical Analysis, interpretation and communication of results
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong technical capabilities and project management capability to develop aspects of assigned projects on time and within budget.

Travel Percentage: 10%