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Role Overview

Confidential Client is hiring a Packaging Engineer to join a cross‑functional Packaging Engineering team in Irvine, CA. This hands-on role focuses on design, development, validation, and implementation of packaging systems for regulated medical device products. The role is ideal for an early-career engineer with packaging or mechanical/materials experience who wants practical exposure to package testing, process validation, and manufacturing support.

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What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and optimize packaging solutions for new product launches and existing products.
• Support packaging for clinical trials, limited releases, global launches, lifecycle management, and operational initiatives.
• Create and execute package testing plans (ASTM/ISTA) and coordinate physical testing to ensure package integrity.
• Develop and run Design of Experiments (DOE) to validate packaging and manufacturing processes.
• Specify, support sourcing, install, and qualify packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot packaging-related manufacturing and field issues; support root-cause analyses and corrective actions.
• Maintain documentation consistent with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and applicable quality system requirements.
• Contribute to cost-improvement, supplier qualification, and product transfer projects.
• Participate on cross-functional product development teams from concept through commercialization.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical, Chemical, Biomedical, Materials Engineering, or a related field required.
• Relevant engineering experience — internships, co-op assignments, or early-career engineering roles acceptable.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and work independently and in teams.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Fluency in English.

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or other regulated industries.
• Familiarity with packaging and quality standards: ISO 11607-1/2, ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820, ASTM and ISTA test standards.
• Knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and packaging equipment.
• Experience with verification/validation, DOE, and continuous improvement activities.
• Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

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Location & Travel

• Work location: Irvine, CA (on-site or as required by Confidential Client).
• May require up to 10% domestic and/or international travel to other sites and locations.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Anticipated base pay range: $65,000.00 to $92,046.50 per year.
• Benefits may include retirement and savings plans, long-term incentive programs, paid time off, parental leave, and additional site‑specific benefits. Exact benefits and eligibility depend on Confidential Client policies.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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