Packaging Equipment Engineer

Stark Pharma Solutions Inc; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stark Pharma Solutions Inc is seeking an experienced Packaging Equipment Engineer to support pharmaceutical packaging operations by leading equipment projects, managing supplier relationships, and driving installation and commissioning activities.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in packaging equipment engineering, FAT/SAT, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives, with a proven track record in supplier management and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in pharmaceutical packaging equipment engineering.
• Experience with equipment installation, commissioning, FAT/SAT, and startup activities.
• Strong background in supplier management and equipment project execution.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement packaging equipment solutions with suppliers.
• Serve as Owner's Representative, managing suppliers through design, build, testing, and delivery.
• Lead installation, startup, commissioning, and qualification of new packaging equipment.
• Support site efficiency and continuous improvement projects.
• Troubleshoot packaging equipment issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, and vendors for project execution.

Skills

Pharmaceutical packaging equipment

Equipment installation

FAT/SAT

Startup activities

Supplier management

Project execution

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Position: Packaging Equipment Engineer

Locations: Frederick, MD / Cincinnati, OH

Duration: Long Term

Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Packaging Equipment Engineer to support pharmaceutical packaging operations by leading equipment projects, managing supplier relationships, and driving installation and commissioning activities. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in packaging equipment engineering, FAT/SAT, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement packaging equipment solutions in collaboration with equipment suppliers.
• Serve as the Owner's Representative, managing suppliers throughout equipment design, build, testing, and delivery.
• Lead installation, startup, commissioning, and qualification of new packaging equipment.
• Support site efficiency and continuous improvement projects.
• Troubleshoot packaging equipment issues and perform root cause analysis to implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, and external vendors to ensure successful project execution.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in pharmaceutical packaging equipment engineering.
• Proven experience with equipment installation, commissioning, FAT/SAT, and startup activities.
• Strong background in supplier management and equipment project execution.
• Experience troubleshooting packaging equipment and conducting root cause investigations.
• Excellent communication, project coordination, and cross-functional collaboration skills.