Principal Development Engineer - Single-Use Film Development

Merck Group • $116K — $177K *
Bedford, MA 01730In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MS degree in Plastics Engineering, Polymer Science, Film Technology, or related field; 10+ years industry experience in single-use film development.
  • Proven track record managing complex film processes and new product development.
  • Expertise in blown, cast, and extrusion film equipment with knowledge in laminated and multi-layer structures.
  • Solid understanding of quality systems and regulatory requirements in film technology.
  • Experience in supervising third-party manufacturing relationships and managing technical transfer.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and scale-up of single-use film solutions including blown and cast multi-layer films.
  • Oversee roll-to-roll processing and advanced feature integration using vision systems.
  • Select, evaluate, and qualify resins and additives for film formulation.
  • Provide expertise on process optimization and technology transfers.
  • Manage process development, ensuring quality control and troubleshooting procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards in life sciences film production.
  • Collaborate with third-party manufacturers, providing technical oversight and guidance.
  • Drive initiatives for continuous improvement in film performance and manufacturing processes.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Paid time off (PTO) for work-life balance.
  • Retirement contributions to support long-term savings.
  • Additional perquisites as part of the employment package.
Full Job Description
Your Role:
The Principal Development Engineer leads hands-on development and technical stewardship of MilliporeSigma's Single-Use Life Science film solutions. You will drive innovation across multi-layer film technologies, oversee process development from concept to scale-up, and ensure quality, regulatory compliance, and manufacturing efficiency. This role requires strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead development and scale-up of blown, cast, extrusion, laminated, and multi-layer films for single-use applications.
  • Oversee roll-to-roll processing, embossing, and incorporation of advanced features using vision systems.
  • Formulation: select, evaluate, and qualify resins and additive packages.
  • Provide subject-matter expertise on roll-to-roll processing and advanced film features; guide process optimization and technology transfer.
  • Manage end-to-end process development including quality control, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards relevant to film materials in life sciences.
  • Collaborate closely with third-party manufacturing partners, providing technical direction and oversight.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize film performance, quality, and manufacturing efficiency.


Who You are
Minimum Qualifications:
  • MS degree in Plastics Engineering, Polymer Science, Film Technology, or related field (or equivalent); 10+ years of industry experience with proven expertise in single-use film development.
  • Demonstrated success managing complex film processes and new product development.
  • Strong knowledge of blown, cast, and extrusion film equipment and roll-to-roll operations; experience with laminated and multi-layer film structures and embossing is advantageous.
  • Solid understanding of quality systems, regulatory requirements, and corrective action processes.
  • Experience supervising third-party manufacturing relationships and ensuring technical transfer quality.

Preferred Qualifications
  • PhD or additional advanced degree; professional certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, PMP, NEBOSH/OSHA) related to film technology, quality, or safety.
  • Deep experience with laminated/multi-layer film structures and embossing techniques; hands-on regulatory compliance in life sciences film materials.
  • Proficiency with ERP/WMS and data-driven decision making for process optimization.
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration experience, with ability to influence external partners and internal stakeholders.
  • Global/regional exposure and understanding of international regulatory standards and best practices.


Pay Range for this position: $116,700 - $177,700.

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here.

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