Principal Packaging Engineer

Abiomed, a part of Johnson & Johnson MedTech is currently recruiting for a Principal Packaging Engineer to be located in Danvers, MA or Aachen, Germany.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.

About Abiomed: Abiomed is a pioneer and global leader in healthcare technology, specializing in innovative solutions for heart recovery and support. As a subsidiary of Johnson and Johnson Med Tech, Abiomed operates at the forefront of medical device development, continually pushing boundaries to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Job Description : Abiomed is seeking a dynamic and experienced Principal Packaging Engineer to join our cutting-edge team dedicated to revolutionizing cardiovascular care. As a Principal Packaging Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the development, design, and optimization of packaging solutions for our life-saving medical devices. Leveraging your expertise in packaging engineering, you will drive innovation, ensure regulatory compliance, and uphold the highest standards of quality and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:
1.    Packaging Design and Development:
•    Lead the design and development of packaging solutions for medical devices, considering factors such as product protection, sterility, usability, and regulatory requirements.
•    Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Manufacturing, to define packaging requirements and specifications for new and existing products.
•    Utilize CAD software and other tools to create prototypes, conduct feasibility studies, and optimize packaging designs for performance and cost-effectiveness.
2.    Regulatory Compliance:
•    Ensure packaging designs and processes comply with relevant regulatory standards and guidelines, such as FDA regulations, ISO standards, and European directives.
•    Support regulatory submissions by providing comprehensive documentation and technical expertise related to packaging design, validation, and risk management.
3.    Quality Assurance and Control:
•    Establish and maintain robust quality assurance processes for packaging materials and processes, including supplier qualification, incoming inspection, and non-conformance management.
•    Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to minimize packaging-related risks throughout the product lifecycle.
4.    Continuous Improvement:
•    Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and performance enhancement within the packaging supply chain.
•    Drive continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging best practices, emerging technologies, and industry trends to enhance packaging efficiency, sustainability, and innovation.
5.    Cross-Functional Collaboration:
•    Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external partners, including packaging suppliers, contract manufacturers, and regulatory authorities, to achieve shared objectives and resolve technical challenges.
•    Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior packaging engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning within the organization.