Hybrid Packaging Engineer – Pharma/Biotech

Orion Group; Breda; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Group Life Sciences is seeking a Packaging Engineer for a multinational pharmaceutical/biotechnology client based in Breda. This 12-month contract role is hybrid, requiring onsite presence 3–4 days per week.

You will collaborate with the international packaging team, QA and artwork teams to advance packaging specifications and configurations, acting as a key connector across functions and ensuring changes follow controlled processes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Packaging Engineering or related experience in pharmaceutical packaging.
• Excellent understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Strong communication skills in English, written and verbal.
• Ability to work in teams and adapt to a dynamic environment.
• Solid knowledge of packaging materials and secondary/tertiary packaging.

Responsibilities

• Document packaging component specifications and change controls.
• Create, review and approve testing protocols and reports.
• Troubleshoot and lead investigations on packaging component issues.
• Maintain supplier relationships and communicate with cross-functional teams.
• Lead projects on packaging component optimization or new packaging introductions.
• Collaborate with QA, Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Validation Engineering.

Skills

Packaging Engineering

GMP knowledge

English communication

Teamwork

Materials packaging know-how

Education

Degree in Packaging Engineering/Design

Job description

Orion Group Life Sciences is seeking a Packaging Engineer for a multinational pharmaceutical/biotechnology client based in Breda. This 12-month contract role is hybrid, requiring onsite presence 3–4 days per week.

You will collaborate with the international packaging team, QA and artwork teams to advance packaging specifications and configurations, acting as a key connector across functions and ensuring changes follow controlled processes.