Arthrex

Sr. Engineer I - Packaging

Arthrex • $80K — $100K *
Naples, FL 34116In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering required, preferably in Packaging Engineering.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in Packaging Design and Development or Manufacturing required.
  • Medical device packaging or manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Advanced knowledge of packaging validation processes required by quality and regulatory standards.
  • Proficient in CAD programs such as AutoCAD or Solidworks for designing complex packaging.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate packaging development activities for new product introductions and improvements.
  • Create and maintain packaging designs for sterile and non-sterile products using CAD.
  • Select appropriate packaging materials based on product specifications.
  • Oversee required package testing to ensure product viability and sterile barrier protection.
  • Communicate packaging process validation activities with manufacturing teams.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Company-Provided Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Paid Time Off
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 65496 Title:Sr. Engineer I - Packaging

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate Packaging Development activities for new MPI's and product improvement projects. This may include but is not limited to the following:
  • Create and maintain packaging engineering specifications utilizing CAD, 3D modeling software, or other software tools.
  • Create and maintain packaging designs for sterile and non-sterile products.
  • Select appropriate packaging materials based on product and sterilization requirements.
  • Create and maintain Packaging Instruction documents for the final manufacturing packaging assembly of finished devices.
  • Communicate (not execute) packaging process validation activities with manufacturing or designated design team member for Arthrex products.
  • Coordinate and execute packaging design validation activities post packaging process approval.
  • Oversee any required package testing to assure viability of packaging/product construct for sterile and non-sterile barrier protection.
  • Generating protocols, test reports, and engineering adoptions and maintenance of test documentation per approved documentation system per quality standards.
  • Ensure essential packaging development activities are completed prior to packaging design transfer activities.
  • Coordinate Instrument Case development activities for new MPI's and product improvement projects. This may include but is not limited to the following:
  • Coordinate and Create Instrument Case Layouts with Design Team and Contract Suppliers.
  • Create and maintain Instrument Case Specifications.
  • Oversee Design Verification and Validation activities for Instrument Cases.
  • Lead Instrument Case project when Instrument Case is a standalone MPI.
  • Provide support for packaging engineering related CAPA's.
  • Provide supporting packaging documentation to Regulatory and Quality for 510(k) and ERC submissions and audits.
  • Create Bill of Materials and generate Engineering Change Orders (ECO) in support of new products and various revisions or maintenance.
  • Communicate effectively with Design Team members and Contract Suppliers using project management tools, written, and verbal communication.
  • Support product design changes to develop and improve existing products that affect existing packaging.
  • Oversee any required package testing to assure viability of packaging/product construct and sterile barrier protection. This includes
  • Provide supporting packaging documentation to Regulatory and Quality for 510(k) and ERC submissions and audits.
  • Create Bill of Materials and generate Engineering Change Orders (ECO) in support of new products and various revisions or maintenance.
  • Communicate effectively with Design Teams and Contract Suppliers using project management tools, written, and verbal communication.


Skills:
  • Advanced capabilities in designing complex packaging designs and packaging instructions using a CAD program (AutoCAD or Solidworks) required.
  • Proficient at leading DHF projects for Packaging only and Instrument Case projects.
  • Advanced knowledge of packaging validation process as required by quality and regulatory standards.
  • Advanced capabilities of researching new packaging materials and suppliers for manufacturing process improvements and/or cost reductions.
  • Advanced capabilities in leading Global Packaging Projects for design and/or packaging process improvements.
  • Advanced ability of writing and approving technical documentation internally.
  • Advanced capability of reviewing and approving technical documentation from external packaging subcontractors.
  • Able to coach, mentor, and supervise technicians and/or junior packaging engineers.
  • Proficient at creating packaging procedures and providing training on procedures.
  • Advanced knowledge of design and manufacturing processes and ability to incorporate improvements into designs
  • Proficient at specifying and communicating design, process, or other packaging related improvements with manufacturing and contract packagers.
  • Proficient at supporting and participating in internal and external audits in support of regulatory compliance.

Knowledge:
  • Complete understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards. Full knowledge of industry practices.

Education/Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; preferably in Packaging Engineering.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in Packaging Design and Development or Manufacturing required.
  • Medical device packaging or manufacturing environment experience preferred.


Arthrex Benefits
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Company-Provided Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
  • Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Annual Bonus
  • Wellness Incentive Program
  • Free Onsite Medical Clinics
  • Free Onsite Lunch
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Trip of a Lifetime
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • Volunteer PTO
  • Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)
  • Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP)


Job Details

Date: Sep 9, 2026

Requisition ID: 65496

Salary Range:

Job title: Sr. Engineer I - Packaging

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About Arthrex

Arthrex is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. The company's mission is to help surgeons treat their patients better, and the company accomplishes this by providing innovative products and surgical procedures that help surgeons achieve better clinical outcomes. Arthrex has a wide range of products, including devices for sports medicine, foot and ankle, hand and wrist, shoulder and elbow, and orthobiologics. The company also offers medical education programs and resources to help surgeons stay up-to-date with the latest surgical techniques and technologies.
Learn more about Arthrex
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$500 million
Founded
1981
5 Year Trend
+15%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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