Packaging Engineer – Biotech Combination ProductsDevice Operations (JP15206)
Thousand Oaks, CA - USA
Job Summary
Job Title:Packaging Engineer Biotech Combination Products/Device Operations (JP15206)
Location:Thousand Oaks CA. 91320
Employment Type:Contract
Business Unit:Packaging Engineering & Labeling
Duration:1 year with likely extensions and/or conversion to permanent.
Posting Date:04/09/2026
Pay Rate:$36 - $41/hour W2 with Benefits
Notes:Hybrid - 3-4 days onsite - Standard hours
3 Key Consulting is hiring aPackaging Engineer for a consulting engagement with our direct client a leading global biopharmaceutical company.
Job Description:
This position reports into the Packaging Engineering group under Combination Products Operations (CPO) in Thousand Oaks CA. This position will apply engineering principles to execute the proper design qualification and implementation of Primary and Secondary Packaging components and the associated systems such as documentation equipment and processes. Knowledge of primary and secondary packaging systems and material science is essential to the position. The position requires organizational project management technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal) skills and the ability to work in teams and adapt to rapidly changing environments. Day-to-day commercial support and Lifecycle Management.
This position is responsible and accountable for the following:
Why is the Position Open
Supplement additional workload on team
Top Must Have Skills:
Organizational project management technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal) skills. Medical devices or pharma biotech experience. Lab based experience.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Execute the proper design qualification and implementation of Primary and Secondary Packaging components and the associated systems such as documentation equipment and processes. Day-to-day commercial support and Lifecycle Management.
Basic Qualifications:
Master degree OR Bachelor degree and 2 years of experience OR Associate degree and 6 years of experience
Red Flags:
Not able to go on-site.
Not able physically move for a majority of the shift. (Walking between different buildings to grab equipment and working with different lab teams)
Interview process:
1-2 rounds of interviews
We invite qualified candidates to sendyour resume to. Ifyou decide that youre not interested in pursuing this particular position please feel free to take a look at the other positions on our You are also welcome to sharethis opportunity withanyone you think might be interested in applying for this role.
Location:Thousand Oaks CA. 91320
Employment Type:Contract
Business Unit:Packaging Engineering & Labeling
Duration:1 year with likely extensions and/or conversion to permanent.
Posting Date:04/09/2026
Pay Rate:$36 - $41/hour W2 with Benefits
Notes:Hybrid - 3-4 days onsite - Standard hours
3 Key Consulting is hiring aPackaging Engineer for a consulting engagement with our direct client a leading global biopharmaceutical company.
Job Description:
This position reports into the Packaging Engineering group under Combination Products Operations (CPO) in Thousand Oaks CA. This position will apply engineering principles to execute the proper design qualification and implementation of Primary and Secondary Packaging components and the associated systems such as documentation equipment and processes. Knowledge of primary and secondary packaging systems and material science is essential to the position. The position requires organizational project management technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal) skills and the ability to work in teams and adapt to rapidly changing environments. Day-to-day commercial support and Lifecycle Management.
This position is responsible and accountable for the following:
- Support for testing and evaluation leading to recommendation and selection of primary and secondary packaging materials
- Familiarity with Material Testing standards requirements and equipment is essential
- Writing test protocols perform technical evaluations and testing to support reports used to justify the use of selected materials and packaging components
- Writing technical specifications creating engineering drawings and developing artwork templates
- Competent with AutoCAD Illustrator or similar software application to create modify and approve engineering drawings
- Support line trials and packaging validation activities prior to introduction of any new or change in components/processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (i.e. Quality Device Engineering Supply Chain Artwork Manufacturing Regulatory etc.) in pre-commercial and commercial activities
- BS Packaging Mechanical Engineering Chemical Engineering or Life Sciences
- 3 years general packaging/engineering experience is strongly preferred
- Knowledge of primary and secondary packaging systems and material science is essential to the position
- The position requires organizational project management technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal) skills and the ability to work in teams and adapt to rapidly changing environments
- Independent problem solver with demonstrated skills working in teams or leading project teams
- Strong Interpersonal and communication skills
Why is the Position Open
Supplement additional workload on team
Top Must Have Skills:
Organizational project management technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal) skills. Medical devices or pharma biotech experience. Lab based experience.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Execute the proper design qualification and implementation of Primary and Secondary Packaging components and the associated systems such as documentation equipment and processes. Day-to-day commercial support and Lifecycle Management.
Basic Qualifications:
Master degree OR Bachelor degree and 2 years of experience OR Associate degree and 6 years of experience
Red Flags:
Not able to go on-site.
Not able physically move for a majority of the shift. (Walking between different buildings to grab equipment and working with different lab teams)
Interview process:
1-2 rounds of interviews
We invite qualified candidates to sendyour resume to. Ifyou decide that youre not interested in pursuing this particular position please feel free to take a look at the other positions on our You are also welcome to sharethis opportunity withanyone you think might be interested in applying for this role.
Regards
3KC Talent Acquisition Team
Required Experience:
IC