Title:
Senior Packaging Engineer (BioSurgery Division)
Job Type:
Contract
Contract Length:
12-month contract (potential extension or FTE conversion)
Target Start Date:
December/January (2.5 weeks for onboarding timeline)
Work Location/Structure:
Raritan, NJ (Hybrid: 3–4 days onsite)
About the Opportunity:
Our client, a leader in the medical device industry, is looking for a skilled Senior Packaging Engineer
to join their team for a 12-month engagement. This is a high-impact role that requires a self-motivated professional who can hit the ground running and deliver results quickly.
Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:
This role is focused on the successful completion of specific tasks and deliverables. Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading packaging development and validation activities for a major packaging redesign project.
- Developing and executing test methods for new packaging configurations, including performance and stability testing.
- Collaborating with equipment engineers to define and evaluate equipment and design tolerances.
- Analyzing data from packaging test labs using Minitab or similar tools.
- Partnering with cross-functional teams (R&D, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Quality) to maintain design control documentation.
- Supporting validation of new test equipment installations within the packaging lab.
- Ensuring all activities align with ISO 11607-1/-2 and J&J quality system requirements.
We are looking for someone with a proven track record of successful contract engagements. The ideal candidate will have:
- 5+ years of relevant experience in medical device packaging or related regulated industry.
- Deep expertise in test method development, validation, and data analysis. This isn't a learning role—you need to be a subject matter expert.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage your own time effectively to meet project goals.
- Familiarity with ISO 11607-1/-2, design control, and regulatory submission requirements.
- Strong communication skills to provide clear and concise status updates to the project team.





