Package Engineer

Antler; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Vision Care is recruiting a Packaging Engineer to join the Packaging Engineering team in Jacksonville, FL. You will design, develop, validate, and implement packaging components and processes for medical device products.

This role provides hands-on experience in packaging development, DOE, validation, manufacturing support, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams on global launches and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Engineering experience (internships/co-op/entry-level roles).
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize packaging solutions for new products and existing products throughout all stages of development.
• Create DOE and testing plans; execute tests, analyze results, and provide recommendations.
• Validate packaging components, equipment, and processes; coordinate testing.
• Support packaging equipment qualification, sourcing, installation, and qualification activities.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems and GDP; participate in continuous improvement.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

ISTA standards

ISO 11607-1/2

ISO 13485

GDP

SAP PLM

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function

R&D Product Development

Job Sub Function

Biomedical Engineering

Job Category

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations

Jacksonville, Florida, United States of America

Job Description

Johnson & Johnson Vision Care is recruiting for a Package Engineer located in Jacksonville, FL.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/

About Johnson & Johnson Vision

Johnson & Johnson Vision is committed to advancing eye health and helping people see their world more clearly. Backed by the strength, innovation, and healthcare expertise of Johnson & Johnson, the organization delivers solutions that support patients throughout their lifetime vision journey, including vision care, surgical vision, and related eye health needs. The Jacksonville site plays an important role in supporting high-quality manufacturing, operational reliability, and continued innovation for patients and customers worldwide.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative Packaging Engineer to join our Packaging Engineering team. This role provides technical expertise and serves as an independent contributor on cross-functional teams responsible for the design, development, validation, and implementation of packaging components, systems, processes, and equipment supporting medical device products.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to gain hands‑on experience in packaging development, package testing, process validation, manufacturing support, and regulatory compliance while working alongside experienced Packaging Engineering professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Packaging Development

• Design, develop, and optimize packaging solutions for new product launches and existing products throughout all stages of product development.
• Support packaging activities for clinical trials, limited market releases, global launches, lifecycle management, and operational initiatives.
• Participate as a key contributor on cross‑functional teams supporting product development from concept through commercialization.
• Deliver robust, cost‑effective, and compliant packaging solutions that meet evolving customer and business needs.

Validation & Testing

• Develop and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) for packaging and manufacturing process validations.
• Create package testing plans, execute testing activities, analyze results, and provide technical recommendations.
• Validate packaging components, packaging equipment, and packaging manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate physical testing activities to ensure package integrity throughout manufacturing, distribution, and end‑user environments.

Manufacturing & Operational Support

• Apply industry standards and regulatory requirements, including ISO 11607, to package design, equipment qualifications, and process validations.
• Support packaging equipment specification, sourcing, installation, and qualification activities.
• Identify and participate in operational projects, including cost improvement initiatives, supplier qualifications, and product transfers.
• Troubleshoot packaging‑related manufacturing and field issues and support root‑cause investigations.
• Participate in continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable quality system requirements, regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Promote and uphold the highest standards of ethics, quality, professionalism, and compliance.

Qualifications

Education:

Minimum Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent University degree required; focused degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Engineering or related field preferred. Advanced degree preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Relevant professional work experience
• Engineering experience, including internships, co‑op assignments, or entry‑level engineering roles.
• Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within cross‑functional teams.
• Fluency in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or another regulated industry.
• Familiarity with: ASTM and ISTA package testing standards, ISO 11607‑1 and ISO 11607‑2, ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820
• Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and packaging equipment.
• Experience supporting verification, validation, and continuous improvement activities.

Other

• May require up to 10% domestic and/or international travel to other sites and locations

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Preferred Skills

Bioinformatics, Biological Engineering, Biological Sciences, Biostatistics, Data Reporting, Data Savvy, Design of Experiments (DOE), Detail‑Oriented, Execution Focus, Feasibility Studies, Preclinical Research, Problem Solving, Process Oriented, Prototyping, Report Writing, Research and Development, Researching, SAP Product Lifecycle Management, Technologically Savvy