Senior R&D Packaging Engineer

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. Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Pharmaceutical Packaging Employment Type Full-time Skills Pharmaceutical Packaging Polymer Packaging Primary Packaging Packaging Development Packaging Validation GMP Product Development Regulatory Compliance Technical Project Leadership