Principal Engineer - Packaging

Terumo Medical Corporation (TMC) develops, manufactures, and markets a complete, solutions-based portfolio of high-quality medical devices used in a broad range of applications for numerous areas of the healthcare industry. TMC places a premium on providing customers with world-class products, training and education programs that drive clear economic value, better clinical outcomes and improved quality of life for patients. TMC is part of Tokyo-based Terumo Corporation; one of the world’s leading medical device manufacturers with $6+ billion in sales, 30,000+ employees worldwide and operations in more than 160 nations. Terumo Medical Corporation is comprised of two strategic business divisions: Terumo Interventional Systems and Terumo Medical Products.

We believe that the future is bright for everyone at Terumo. We work with the future in mind to generate lasting change, create a bigger impact and produce greater outcomes for today, and for decades to come.

At Terumo we believe in the power of personal growth and will encourage you to get in the driver's seat - progressing in the direction you want to go by deepening your skills throughout your career. We want you to be bold, think outside the box, experiment, innovate and deliver what's next for quality healthcare. You will be part of a collaborative, respectful and resilient team of associates and leaders around the world, working together as partners to achieve more than you thought possible, providing real-world, impactful solutions for patients.

Join us and help shape wherever we go next!

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Job Summary

The Principal Packaging Engineer is a recognized technical authority responsible for setting the strategic direction and vision for packaging engineering across the organization. This role provides expert guidance, drives innovation, and ensures alignment with global regulatory, quality, and business objectives. The Principal Packaging Engineer leads complex, high-impact projects, mentors junior engineers, and represents the packaging function at the highest levels of cross-functional teams and external partnerships. This position is accountable for the development and execution of advanced packaging solutions that support the company’s long-term goals for product integrity, safety, and market leadership.

Job Details/Responsibilities

Define and drive the packaging engineering strategy for new product development, process improvements, and technology adoption across the enterprise.

Serve as the primary technical advisor to executive leadership on packaging matters, influencing business decisions and long-term planning.

Perform as a Technical Lead on projects to lead and implement the technical aspects   involving coordination with other departments, design, and prototype fabrication and/or testing of packaging.  Projects & tasks to be completed include organizing and leading members of the Packaging group, planning and scheduling technical activities, coordinating technical resources (personnel, materials, time, suppliers), and preparing proper documentation.

Build and sustain collaborative relationships with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Marketing, and external partners to ensure seamless integration of packaging solutions.

Prepare and present technical presentations to all levels of personnel in a manner that effectively communicates technical activities in an understandable way to the target audience

 

Job Responsibilities (continued)

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)

To succeed in the Principle Engineer – Packaging position, candidates should possess the following KSA’s:

 

Demonstrated expertise in packaging development within an FDA regulated industry, with a track record of leading large-scale, cross-functional initiatives.

Deep understanding of regulatory, quality, and business requirements for packaging in a FDA regulated industry.

Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and communication skills; ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

Proven ability to drive innovation, manage complex technical challenges, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications/ Background Experiences

BS in Packaging or Mechanical Engineering with 15+ years of experience with increasing responsibility in Packaging development in the medical device field; advanced degree in Engineering preferred.

 

Experience mentoring and developing junior and senior technical talent.

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