Senior Engineer

We are currently hiring for the position of Engineer / Senior Engineer / Assistant Manager.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Design and qualify primary, secondary and tertiary packaging for syringes, vials and cartridges. Develop packaging concepts that ensure product integrity, safety, sterility, and ease of handling. Develop and optimise palletized designs (pallet load patterns) for stable storage and transport. Conduct transport simulation tests, including: Drop tests, Vibration, Compression, Tilt and Climatic Chamber test. Conduct Design qualification (DQ), Installation Qualification (IQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) for new packaging components. Evaluate packaging materials such as PP, PET, PE, paperboard, and biodegradable films. Develop eco-friendly packaging using recyclable or biodegradable materials. Conduct Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to measure environmental impact. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and safety. Ensure compliance with international packaging standards including ISO: 11607, USP , ISTA transport protocols, ASTM D4169, FDA & EU packaging regulations. Maintain documentation required for audits, regulatory fillings and quality inspections. Work closely with NPD, Production, QA, QC, SCM, Engineering, and vendor teams to ensure smooth project execution. Support new product development and product transfer activities. Identify, evaluate, and qualify packaging suppliers and conduct supplier audits and ensure adherence to quality and regulatory requirements. Perform routine functional testing of packaging materials and components. Prepare detailed technical reports, validation protocols, and packaging test records. Maintain master data, BOMs, packaging specifications, and change-control documentation. Ensure timely submission of packaging documents for audit readiness and compliance. Implement improvements based on customer feedback, market trends, or quality deviations.

Educational Qualification:

BSc/BE/BPharm Mandatory: Diploma or Graduation in Packaging Technology Additional certification in Packaging Design, ISTA Testing, or Sustainability is an advantage.

Experience:

3-10 years of experience in pharmaceutical/medical device/plastic molding packaging development. Hands-on experience with transport testing, equipment, packaging validation, and palletization is preferred. Experience with regulatory compliance and sterile product packaging is an added advantage.

Competencies and Skills:

Strong knowledge of primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging systems. Understanding of plastics, films, laminates, and paperboard materials. Expertise in material testing, barrier properties, and mechanical strength evaluation. Good understanding of ISTA, ISO, ASTM, and regulatory standards. Proficiency in SAP (MM), AutoCAD/ArtiosCAD, or packaging design tools (preferred). Innovative and open to new technologies Good communication and interpersonal skills. Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills Proactive and solution driven mindset.