• Packaging Engineer

    Actalent (Paramus, NJ)


    Job Title: Packaging Engineer Job Description

     

    We are seeking a talented Packaging Engineer to lead the design, planning, and coordination of product stability and shelf-life studies. This role involves developing protocols, executing studies, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with regulatory reporting standards. As a key resource for packaging design and validation activities, you will ensure that packaging supports product stability, sterility, safety, and regulatory requirements.

    Responsibilities

    + Serve as the primary resource for packaging design, development, and validation activities across projects.

    + Utilize packaging design software and CAD tools to create, evaluate, and document packaging concepts and specifications.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Integration, Marketing Quality, Regulatory, and Manufacturing.

    + Assess, qualify, and monitor packaging materials and configurations to support stability claims, shipping, and storage requirements.

    + Support verification and validation testing of packaging systems in accordance with industry standards and guidelines.

    + Maintain and oversee quality records and documentation related to stability studies and packaging evaluation.

    + Write, review, and update protocols, reports, and procedures related to packaging and shelf-life activities.

    + Work with external vendors, suppliers, and consultants to ensure deliverables are met on schedule and within requirements.

    + Provide technical input and guidance on packaging and stability for new product development and product improvement projects.

    + Support broader R&D efforts, including troubleshooting technical challenges during prototyping, validation, and technology transfer.

    + Assist with training internal personnel on packaging and stability-related processes.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in packaging design using software such as SolidWorks, ArtiosCAD, or AutoCAD.

    + Experience in the Life Sciences industry, preferably in medical devices.

    + Understanding of packaging testing standards and requirements.

    + Familiarity with industry packaging standards and ICH stability guidelines.

    + Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple studies and projects simultaneously.

    + Excellent communication and documentation skills for cross-functional collaboration and regulatory reporting.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Packaging Science, or a related field.

    + 1–2 years of experience in medical device or biotech product packaging and/or stability studies.

    + Knowledge of sterile packaging, barrier materials, and package integrity testing is preferred.

    Work Environment

    This position is within the R&D group, requiring collaboration with a team of 4 engineers and a senior scientist. The role involves 100% onsite work from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The work environment is dynamic, offering opportunities to lead and grow within a privately held company that provides excellent benefits, including medical benefits starting on the first day, a 401k plan, and frequent employee activities. The successful candidate will need to integrate well with the team and work independently.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Paramus, New Jersey.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

     

    • PTO• Holidays: 9 recognized holidays/year• Medical Plan• Pharmacy• Cigna Resources• Dental• Vision

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Paramus,NJ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.