Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
Join a thriving Product Development Team developing life-changing medical device technologies in the exciting field of sports medicine. As part of the Smith+Nephew Packaging Engineering team, the Packaging Engineer 2 will significantly contribute to the success of new product launches through the development of innovative packaging systems in a collaborative, team-centric environment.
This position does NOT provide any type of visa sponsorship now or in the future
What will you be doing?

New Product Development:

• Performs the following activities under supervision or guidance from Senior Engineers/ Engineering Management with significant opportunity for individual action.
• Design and develop sterile and non-sterile packaging systems for new product development and existing product lines as a member of cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate and monitor packaging projects and programs from inception through implementation.
• Establish appropriate project schedules and prepare project reports periodically to outline progress.
• Define packaging-related design inputs and requirements through voice of customers such as consultations with surgeons, nurses, or other operating room/hospital personnel.
• Communicate effectively with multi-functional team members, such as R&D, Marketing, Clinical, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Purchasing, and Operations.
• Develop protocols and reports for packaging feasibility studies and design verification for new products.
• Engage and work effectively with Smith+Nephew packaging suppliers.
• Prepare reports/documentation using good documentation practices and effectively communicate results to the team.
• Create packaging costs for COGS budget in each applicable business phase.

Packaging Sustaining:

• Create, review, and approve Engineering Change Requests for packaging for design changes as necessary.
• Effectively work with manufacturing process teams to implement new design changes.
• Support Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA) projects as necessary.
• Assist with business initiative packaging projects as the need arises.
• Initiate purchase requisitions for prototypes, tooling, and other project related expenses.

What will you need to be successful?

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering/Science or related technical discipline
• Experience:
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in packaging engineering related to the design, development, and implementation of medical device or health care product packaging or one (1) year experience with a Master’s degree.
• Equivalent experience working for packaging component/material suppliers or in other packaged goods industries.
• Technical Skills: Proficient using CAD software to design packaging components including thermoformed and die cut parts, packaging assemblies, or similar component types. SolidWorks proficiency is highly preferred.
• Understanding of FDA, GMP, and ISO Guidelines preferred
• Understanding of ASTM, and ISTA packaging test methods preferred
• Travel Requirements: Approximately 10%, including international travel.

You. Unlimited
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
Inclusion, Diversity and Equity- We are committed to welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about
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on our website (
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).

Other reasons why you will love it here!

• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement

Work/Life Balance: PTO, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day

• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more

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