Senior Packaging Engineer

EPM Scientific; Madrid; On-site; EUR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contract rate

Extension potential

Global exposure

Job summary

EPM Scientific supports a global Medical Device organisation in Madrid to grow its Packaging Development function. You will provide technical leadership across complex packaging projects with R&D, Quality, Operations and Supply Chain collaboration.

You will drive packaging strategy, solve technical challenges, and support industrialisation and NPI while ensuring regulatory and quality compliance. This 6-12 month contract offers strong extension potential and a competitive rate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline is required.
• 7+ years of packaging engineering experience in regulated environments.
• Experience in Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare or advanced packaging manufacturing is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, polymers, films, cartons and sterile barrier systems.
• Hands-on with thermoforming, sealing technologies and packaging equipment.
• Experience leading packaging development and validation activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead packaging development projects from concept through commercialisation.
• Provide technical leadership on complex packaging challenges.
• Design and develop packaging systems for medical device products.
• Conduct packaging design reviews and manufacturability assessments.
• Evaluate packaging materials and sealing technologies.
• Lead packaging validation activities and testing strategies.
• Support New Product Introduction and product launches.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to improve packaging processes and efficiency.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality systems.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Packaging Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science

Tools

Packaging equipment

Sterile barrier systems

Thermoforming

Job description

Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: Initial 6-12 Month Contract
Industry: Medical Devices / Packaging Development
Eligibility: Spanish or EU Citizens

About the Opportunity

We are supporting a global Medical Device organisation in the growth of its Packaging Development function in Madrid. This team is responsible for supporting packaging innovation, product development, manufacturing optimisation and strategic packaging initiatives across a global network of manufacturing and R&D facilities.

As a Senior Packaging Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across complex packaging development projects, partnering with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain and Manufacturing Engineering. You will be responsible for driving packaging strategy, solving technical challenges, supporting industrialisation activities and ensuring packaging solutions meet regulatory, quality and business requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced packaging professional seeking a highly visible role within an expanding international engineering group.

Senior Packaging Engineer (Contract)

Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: Initial 6-12 Month Contract
Industry: Medical Devices / Packaging Development
Eligibility: Spanish or EU Citizens

We are supporting a global Medical Device organisation in the growth of its Packaging Development function in Madrid. This team is responsible for supporting packaging innovation, product development, manufacturing optimisation and strategic packaging initiatives across a global network of manufacturing and R&D facilities.

As a Senior Packaging Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across complex packaging development projects, partnering with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain and Manufacturing Engineering. You will be responsible for driving packaging strategy, solving technical challenges, supporting industrialisation activities and ensuring packaging solutions meet regulatory, quality and business requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead packaging development projects from concept through commercialisation.
• Provide technical leadership on complex packaging and materials-related challenges.
• Design and develop packaging systems for new and existing medical device products.
• Conduct packaging design reviews and manufacturability assessments.
• Evaluate packaging materials, sterile barrier systems and sealing technologies.
• Lead packaging validation activities and testing strategies.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and product launch activities.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to improve packaging processes, quality and operational efficiency.
• Support industrialisation, automation and production line expansion projects.
• Analyse packaging performance data and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.Drive root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for packaging-related issues.
• Develop transportation and distribution packaging solutions for global supply chains.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders across R&D, Quality, Operations and Supply Chain functions.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across project teams.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements and internal quality systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or a related Engineering discipline.
• 7+ years of Packaging Engineering experience within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience within Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare or advanced Packaging Manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, polymers, films, cartons and sterile barrier systems.
• Hands-on experience with thermoforming, sealing technologies and packaging equipment.
• Proven experience leading packaging development and validation activities.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and industrialisation projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and influence stakeholders across global teams.
• Excellent communication, project management and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Experience

• Medical Device packaging development.
• Sterile packaging systems.
• Packaging validation (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• New Product Introduction (NPI).
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Packaging automation and equipment implementation.
• Transportation and distribution packaging.
• ISO 13485 and GMP environments.
• Experience supporting global manufacturing sites.

What's on Offer

• Initial 6-12 month contract with strong extension potential.
• Opportunity to join a growing global Packaging Development organisation.
• Exposure to high-profile international engineering and R&D projects.
• Significant technical ownership and visibility within the business.
• Collaborative and innovative working environment.
• Competitive contract rate.