Packaging Project Engineer (Technical Operations)

MSD Malaysia; Haarlem; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

35.5 vacation days per year

8% holiday allowance

3% year-end bonus

Excellent pension plan

On-site restaurant

Gym access

Coffee by barista

Game room

Lyra Health wellbeing support

Prayer and meditation room

Job summary

MSD Malaysia in Haarlem seeks an experienced Project Engineer to lead device assembly and packaging projects from concept to execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams to introduce new equipment and processes.

The role focuses on technology transfer, validation, risk assessment, and delivering robust, compliant packaging solutions for pharmaceutical products. Strong English and Dutch skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years in packaging engineering or medical device-related roles.
• Experience with device assembly and packaging equipment.
• Strong Dutch and English communication skills.
• Experience in cross-functional and international teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support packaging equipment design and implementation.
• Participate in technology transfer and validation of packaging and device assembly processes.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for new packaging technologies.
• Provide technical oversight for packaging processes and equipment.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives for packaging robustness.
• Develop and maintain project documentation including specifications, timelines and budgets.

Skills

Automation

Change Control

Equipment Engineering

Equipment Implementation

NPI

Packaging Engineering

Process Control

Process Improvements

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Packaging/Mechanical/Biomedical)

Job description

Job Description From concept and technology transfer to full-scale implementation, make a direct impact on patients worldwide and help us lead the projects that bring new healthcare products to life, join us as an: Packaging Project Engineer (Technical Operations)

Welcome to our team At the Haarlem site, Technical Operations plays a key role in bringing new products to life, leading design and technology transfer activities, supporting components throughout their lifecycle and executing capital projects to install or upgrade device assembly and packaging capabilities in line with new product introductions.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join our Packaging Technical Operations team in Haarlem. In this dynamic role, you will lead device assembly and packaging projects from concept to execution, helping bring new products and technologies to our site. Reporting to the Associate Director of Technical Operations, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to introduce new equipment, solve complex technical challenges and implement improvements that strengthen process robustness, efficiency and operational excellence.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Lead or support design, development and implementation of device assembly and packaging equipment solutions for pharmaceutical products in collaboration with cross functional teams, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget.
• Participate in technology transfer and validation of packaging and device assembly processes and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety, quality and regulatory standards.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for new device assembly and packaging technologies.
• Provide technical oversight for the implementation of device assembly and packaging processes and equipment.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance device assembly and packaging process robustness and provide technical support for device assembly and packaging operations.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including specifications, timelines and budgets.

Your profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in packaging engineering, medical device combination product or related roles, preferably in Technical Operations in Pharmaceutical or Medical Device sectors.
• Strong knowledge of device assembly and packaging equipment, processes and technologies and problem solving.
• Demonstrated capability in project management and risk assessment/mitigations.
• Strong communication skills in Dutch and English.
• Experience in cross functional and international team environments.

What we offer

• Competitive salary.
• 35.5 vacation days per year.
• 8% holiday allowance and a 3% year-end bonus.
• Excellent pension plan.
• High-quality company restaurant offering fresh and healthy options every day.
• On-site sports facilities with classes such as boxing, Zumba and Pilates.
• Excellent coffee prepared by a professional barista.
• Game room with a pool table and table tennis table.
• Contribution toward your personal gym or sports subscription.
• Mental well-being support through Lyra Health for you and your family members.
• Access to a dedicated prayer and meditation room.

Required Skills

• Automation Systems
• Change Control Processes
• Equipment Engineering
• Equipment Implementation
• New Product Introduction (NPI)
• Packaging Engineering
• Process Control
• Process Improvements
• Regulatory Compliance

Employee Status: Regular

Relocation: VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable

Shift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s):

Job Posting End Date: 10/6/2026

*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.