Principal Engineer, DAP, TLI

Johnson & Johnson

. Act as the MSAT Device & Packaging technical lead for assigned new product introduction and technology transfer projects .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeSchaffhausen • SwitzerlandLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading device and packaging technical projects, ensuring successful technology transfer and commercial implementation while adhering to regulatory standards. Proficient in managing cross-functional teams and driving project deliverables in a global environment.

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Device Assembly ProcessesPharmaceutical Packaging ProcessesTechnical Project ManagementRisk ManagementGMP Commercial Manufacturing

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Hard Skills

Technical LeadershipProcess ValidationDesign ControlChange ControlQualificationVerificationFMEAData AnalysisSpecification DevelopmentTechnical Transfer Documentation

Soft Skills

Stakeholder ManagementCommunicationInfluencing SkillsTeam Leadership

Industry Keywords

New Product IntroductionTechnology TransferCross-Functional TeamsCombination ProductsContract Manufacturing OrganizationsRegulatory Submission Readiness

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the MSAT Device & Packaging technical lead for assigned new product introduction and technology transfer projects
Lead global and local cross-functional project teams and represent MSAT Device & Packaging within value chain and project development teams
Provide technical leadership across device assembly, secondary packaging, labeling/artwork interfaces, and associated manufacturing processes
Partner with R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, Regulatory, Engineering, Procurement, manufacturing sites, and external suppliers
Establish specifications, controls, and technical requirements for device components, packaging materials, and associated processes
Lead design and technology transfer of device and packaging solutions into commercial manufacturing
Drive development, implementation, scale-up, qualification, and validation of device assembly and packaging processes at commercial scale
Ensure manufacturing equipment is designed, tested, installed, qualified, and ready for routine production
Lead technical problem solving and risk management throughout transfer, qualification, validation, and launch
Drive Device & Packaging activities from project initiation through technical transfer, PPQ/validation, regulatory submission readiness, launch, and handover
Establish project plans, deliverables, risks, dependencies, and milestones for the Device & Packaging workstream
Provide updates to stakeholders and sponsors through reports, presentations, governance meetings, and ad-hoc communication
Ensure technical deliverables supporting health-authority submissions and launch readiness are completed on time and to required quality
Deliver technical transfer documentation, including design transfer plans and reports, control strategies, risk assessments/FMEAs, specifications, equipment qualification, process validation, distribution testing, procedures, protocols, data analysis, and technical summary reports
Ensure Design Control, Risk Management, Purchasing Controls, Change Control, Qualification, Verification, and Validation requirements are addressed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline
At least 10 years of relevant experience in device, packaging, manufacturing, engineering, technology transfer, project management, or R&D
Strong experience leading complex technical projects from initiation through transfer, validation, and commercial implementation
Demonstrated ability to lead multifunctional teams in a global and cross-functional environment
Strong technical understanding of device assembly and/or pharmaceutical packaging processes, including industrialization and validation
Ability to translate product and design requirements into practical, robust commercial manufacturing solutions
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and technical leadership skills
Ability to influence and drive decisions across functions and organizations without direct reporting relationships
Preferred experience with combination products, medical devices, primary and secondary packaging, or device assembly
Knowledge of Design Control, Risk Management, Purchasing Controls, Change Control, Qualification, Verification, and Validation
Experience working with external device/component suppliers and Contract Manufacturing Organizations is an advantage
Experience with technical transfer and launch of new products into a GMP commercial manufacturing environment is preferred
May be requested to travel internationally up to 10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement with flexibility to work from home up to 40%
Opportunities for personal and professional development
International travel opportunities up to 10%