Senior R&D Packaging Engineer

Senior R&D Packaging Engineer

(Polymer Pharmaceutical Packaging)

On-site

We are partnered with a leading pharmaceutical packaging manufacturer developing innovative polymer-based primary packaging solutions for global pharma and biotech customers.

About the Role

The Senior R&D Packaging Engineer will lead the development, validation, and commercialisation of primary pharmaceutical packaging systems, supporting new product launches and packaging innovation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead packaging projects from concept through commercialisation.
• Conduct material selection, testing, and validation activities.
• Support stability, compatibility, and extractables & leachables studies.
• Collaborate with Quality, Regulatory, and Manufacturing teams.
• Drive packaging innovation and continuous improvement.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 5+ years' experience in pharmaceutical packaging R&D or packaging engineering.
• Experience with polymer materials such as HDPE, PP, PET, COC, or COP.
• Knowledge of primary packaging systems including bottles, closures, syringes, or cartridges.
• Experience with packaging validation and GMP-regulated environments.
• Understanding of FDA, EMA, USP, and ISO requirements.
• Degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Engineering, or related discipline.

Industry

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical Packaging

Employment Type

• Full-time

Skills

• Pharmaceutical Packaging
• Polymer Packaging
• Primary Packaging
• Packaging Development
• Packaging Validation
• GMP
• Materials Science
• Product Development
• Regulatory Compliance
• Technical Project Leadership

If this job appeals to you, do not hesitate to contact [email protected] or apply through this advert