Packaging Engineer

Virtusa; Andhra Pradesh; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtusa is seeking a Packaging Engineer for MEIC to partner with Marketing, Regulatory and cross-functional teams to deliver reusable packaging solutions, with a focus on reusable systems such as mesh baskets and metal trays. You will design instrument layouts, manage supplier collaboration, coordinate cleaning and validation activities, and own project timelines.

You will support DHF submissions and EU-MDR remediation initiatives to ensure compliance with regulatory, quality and GMP standards,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or Biomedical Engineering with 4-7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience managing at least two end-to-end packaging projects from concept through validation and implementation.
• Hands-on experience in run-out testing and other validation activities to ensure packaging and instrument performance meets quality requirements.
• Experience supporting regulatory submissions and remediation initiatives is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and finalize reusable packaging specifications.
• Design and develop reusable packaging solutions aligned with packaging, usability, cleaning and sterilization requirements.
• Perform packaging costing analysis and optimization.
• Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality and regulatory standards.
• Drive project management activities, including planning, tracking and coordinating cross-functional deliverables.
• Serve as the primary point of contact across internal teams and suppliers, resolving risks and ensuring smooth execution.
• Engage multiple suppliers to develop and implement packaging solutions in line with timelines and quality standards.

Skills

Packaging engineering

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Supplier collaboration

Cost analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Quality assurance

Validation testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or Biomedical Engineering

Master's degree (advantage)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Packaging Engineer at MEIC, you will partner with Marketing, Regulatory and cross-functional teams to deliver reusable and single-use packaging solutions, with a primary focus on reusable systems (Mesh baskets, Metal trays, etc). Responsibilities include developing instrument layout configurations aligned with packaging and usability requirements, managing supplier collaboration, coordinating cleaning and validation activities, owning project timelines and deliverables, supporting DHF submissions, and supporting EU-MDR remediation initiatives to ensure compliance with regulatory, quality and GMP standard.

Essential Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Product Development, Quality, and Regulatory to define, develop, and finalize reusable packaging specifications in compliance with regulatory and quality requirements.
• Design and develop reusable packaging (Metal trays, Mesh baskets, Inner trays and Lids) solutions by establishing instrument layout configurations aligned with packaging, usability, cleaning and sterilization requirements.
• Packaging costing experience, including cost analysis and optimization.
• Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives related to packaging design, materials, and processes while maintaining compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
• Drive project management activities, including planning, tracking, coordinating cross-functional deliverables, leading reviews and ensuring alignment with timelines and milestones.
• Serve as the primary point of contact across internal teams and suppliers, facilitating communication, resolving risks/issues, and ensuring smooth execution and decision-making.
• Engage and collaborate with multiple suppliers to develop and implement packaging solutions, ensuring compliance with quality standards and project timelines.
• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or Biomedical Engineering (or a related field) with 4-7 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience managing at least two end-to-end packaging projects from concept through validation and implementation.
• Hands-on experience in performing run-out testing and other relevant validation activities to ensure packaging and instrument performance meets quality requirements.