Lead R&D (Packaging) Engineer

HERO Recruitment; Ballina; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical packaging company located in Westport is seeking a Lead R&D (Packaging) Engineer to drive innovation in packaging development. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in packaging within the medical device industry and possess a strong grasp of ISO standards and regulatory guidance. This role offers a competitive salary and a chance to make a global impact on patient outcomes.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• 6+ years of packaging experience in medical devices or related industries.
• Expertise in ISO 11607, ASTM, ISTA, and EU MDR/FDA guidance.
• Strong technical writing, validation, and statistical analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead packaging projects for new product development and changes to existing products.
• Develop and validate sterile and non-sterile packaging systems.
• Drive cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure global regulatory compliance.

Skills

Packaging experience in medical devices

Expertise in ISO 11607

Statistical analysis skills

Technical writing

Job description

Lead R&D (Packaging) Engineer - Co Mayo

Are you a packaging expert ready to make a global impact?

My client is looking for a Lead Packaging Engineer to join a Global Packaging team and help us deliver life-changing medical products with precision, safety, and innovation.

In this role, you’ll lead packaging development and will be driving excellence from concept through commercialization. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally, mentor peers, and influence packaging decisions that ensure compliance, optimize performance, and enhance patient outcomes.

In this role you will:

• Lead packaging projects for new product development and changes to existing products
• Develop and validate sterile and non-sterile packaging systems
• Drive cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure global regulatory compliance

Ideally you will have:

• 6+ years of packaging experience in medical devices or related industries
• Expertise in ISO 11607, ASTM, ISTA, and EU MDR/FDA guidance
• Strong technical writing, validation, and statistical analysis skills
• A passion for innovation, collaboration, and making a difference

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

To discuss this and other roles call Regina Carroll at 086 0100903 or email [e-mail]

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