Mechanical Engineer - Packaging & Non-Chemical Components

Job Summary

The Mechanical Engineer will support the design, evaluation, qualification, and lifecycle management of non-chemical product components including plastics, plastic tubes, glass vials, glass ampules, rubber stoppers, aluminum crimps, labels, cardboard packaging, and applicator tips. This role involves hands-on, on-site support for manufacturing and suppliers, as well as data-driven analysis and design control activities to ensure robust, compliant, and high-quality components over the full product lifecycle.

Area Of Responsibility: Product & Component Support

• Provide engineering support for existing components, including on-site troubleshooting and technical assistance at internal manufacturing areas and supplier facilities.
• Conduct detailed investigations and root-cause analyses for issues involving any component (e.g., plastic tubes, glass ampules, cardboard packaging).
• Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to resolve component issues and enhance product robustness.
• Support customer and product requirements by evaluating component performance and suitability for use.

Area Of Responsibility: Design Control & Documentation

• Develop and maintain component specifications, drawings, bills of materials, hazard/risk analyses, and mechanical test procedures.
• Create and update packaging and labeling specifications for tubes, ampules, cardboard packaging, stoppers, crimps, and applicator tips in accordance with regulatory and industry requirements.
• Support new and supplemental regulatory submissions related to non-chemical and packaging components.

Area Of Responsibility: Testing, Validation & Data Analysis

• Plan and execute mechanical and functional testing of components to verify performance, durability, and reliability.
• Conduct CpK and process capability analysis for component manufacturing processes, particularly for high-volume components such as plastic tubes, glass ampules, and stoppers.
• Review and approve validation protocols and reports for components, packaging systems, and associated manufacturing equipment.

Area Of Responsibility: Manufacturing & Supplier Support

• Provide on-site technical support at manufacturing and contract manufacturer locations to address issues with components such as cardboard packaging integrity, ampule quality, or tube assembly issues.
• Ensure equipment and facilities used for component production or inspection are maintained, calibrated, and properly documented.
• Review production records, component batch documentation, and supplier data for accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze manufacturing processes and implement engineering improvements to enhance consistency, yield, and cost-effectiveness.

Area Of Responsibility: Project Management & Collaboration

• Participate in cross-functional project teams, providing engineering expertise for planning, scheduling, estimation, and execution.
• Manage component-related engineering projects to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and in alignment with design requirements.
• Evaluate proposed changes to component designs, materials, suppliers, or manufacturing processes.

Area Of Responsibility: Training, Leadership & Innovation

• Train and mentor technicians, manufacturing personnel, and suppliers on component specifications, handling, and quality requirements.
• Generate and support intellectual property submissions through innovative design approaches.
• Provide training and technical support for component-related processes and documentation.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain compliant, organized, and safe working environments with complete records of maintenance, calibration, and facility activities.
• Perform additional engineering duties as assigned.

Work Conditions

• Office
• Lab
• Manufacturing area/clean room area
• Maintenance Shop
• Exposure to noise, hot and cold, outside elements, some radiation
• Physical Requirements:
• Stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk, hear, taste or smell
• Close, distance and peripheral vision; depth perception, ability to focus
• Ability to operate production equipment and hand tools
• Operate hand truck
• Operate computer/office equipment
• Wear proper lab gowning and safety shoes
• Lifting and moving of heavy boxes/equipment up to 70 lbs.

Travel Estimate

• Up to 10%

Education and Job Qualification

• BS in Mechanical Engineering preferred; Associates in Mechanical Engineering or relevant experience will be considered
• Ability to interpret and resolve technical and design issues required
• Experience 4-6 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, medical device industry and/or biomedical field preferred
• Previous experience with MSTG preferred
• Familiar with QSR / GMP regulations
• Experience with Microsoft Office Tools required, CAD experience preferred

Compensation and Benefits

• The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $97,000 to $107,500.
• Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience.
• In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan.
• Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; and the employee assistance program.
• Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.
• The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility.
• If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.