MSAT Packaging Engineer

Johnson & Johnson

. Support deployment of the JJIMSC supply-chain vision focused on manufacturing-network performance, physical assets, processes, products, technical resources, and cost optimization .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeTitusville • New Jersey • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $79,000 - $127,650 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in packaging engineering, including design, development, and commercialization of advanced therapy solutions, with a strong focus on cold-chain and non-cold-chain distribution testing. Proven ability to lead multifunctional teams and manage complex projects while ensuring compliance with cGMP standards.

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Packaging EngineeringProject ManagementCold-Chain Distribution TestingCGMP ComplianceLean Six Sigma

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Hard Skills

Packaging DesignProcess Technology TransferLifecycle ManagementCost OptimizationRoot-Cause AnalysisValidation of Packaging EquipmentSecondary Packaging EngineeringTertiary Packaging EngineeringDistribution StudiesTemperature-Control Qualification

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunicationInfluencing Others

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Lean Six SigmaProcess ExcellenceFPXKepner Tregoe

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalsBiologicsMedical DevicesRegulated ProductsManufacturing Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support deployment of the JJIMSC supply-chain vision focused on manufacturing-network performance, physical assets, processes, products, technical resources, and cost optimization
Provide Advanced Therapies, distribution studies, shipping-route verification, and packaging subject-matter-expert support
Lead and collaborate with multifunctional teams to develop, test, qualify, leverage, and commercialize advanced-therapy solutions
Provide secondary and tertiary packaging engineering support for new product launches, technical transfers, and lifecycle management
Provide lifecycle packaging equipment, process technology-transfer, and new-product-launch technical support
Support commissioning and qualification (C&Q) and process performance validation (PPV/PPQ)
Lead physical/simulated distribution testing and temperature-control/cold-chain qualification activities
Support product protection studies, packaging-line trials, packaging equipment/material qualifications, child-resistant requirements, human-factor studies, and patient-centric design
Support shipping-route verification activities
Provide day-to-day secondary and tertiary packaging-material support
Investigate packaging-related quality and compliance issues, including equipment assessment, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis
Identify and deliver cost-improvement or cost-avoidance projects and packaging equipment/process efficiency initiatives
Design and develop secondary and tertiary packages for equipment performance, process compatibility, and patient/end-user needs
Drive leading-edge packaging technology development and implementation across JJIMSC locations
Optimize packaging designs, programs, processes, and technical platforms
Plan, verify, and control project/program costs and schedules
Support sustainable and environmentally friendly packaging initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in Packaging Engineering or equivalent technical/engineering discipline is required
Minimum of six (6) years of related experience in packaging, labeling, and manufacturing processes
Project management skills
Knowledge in the design, development, testing, qualification, and commercialization of Passive Shipping Solutions
Experience with secondary and tertiary packaging materials and designs
Knowledge of packaging distribution/transportation testing for cold-chain and non-cold-chain products
Knowledge of cGMP
Fluent written and spoken English
Validation/qualification of packaging equipment, materials, and processes preferred
Experience in pharma, chemical, biologics, medical devices, or other regulated products preferred
Ability to be effective in a global environment and manage/lead technical issues with multifunctional global partners
Ability to lead and influence others in a complex matrix organization preferred
Project Management (PMP), Lean Six Sigma, Process Excellence, FPX, and Kepner Tregoe certifications preferred
Minimum 20% travel as required by project conditions and business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Inclusive interview accommodations
Equal opportunity employment