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Job Title: Engineer, Biotech Primary/Secondary Packaging Materials & Components - (JP14839)
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA. 91320
Employment Type: Contract
Business Unit: Manufacturing Science & Technology
Duration: 1+ year(s) (with likely extensions and/or conversion to permanent)
Posting Date: 01/07/2026
Pay Rate: $36 - $41/hour W2
Notes: Only qualified candidates need apply.
3 Key Consulting is hiring an Engineer, Biotech Primary & Secondary Packaging Design and Qualification 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 Product Operations (CPO) and is located in Thousand Oaks, CA. The position will support global supply, new product introductions, partnerships/acquisitions and combination products. This position will apply engineering principles to implement the accurate design, qualification and implementation of Primary and Secondary Packaging components and the associated systems such as documentation, equipment, and processes. A knowledge of common materials utilized in healthcare packaging is key to this role.
Material knowledge of structural components are integral in the day-to-day oversight of this role: bottles, labels, trays, lidding material, leaflets, paperboard, sterile barrier packaging, corrugate, etc. The position entails interpersonal, project management, technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal) skills, and the opportunity to work in teams and adapt to a continuously evolving environment.
Why is the Position Open?
Backfill.
Top Must Have Skills:
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications:
Master degree OR Bachelor degree and 2 years of experience OR Associate degree and 6 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 8 years of experience
Red Flags:
No packaging engineering experience.
Interview process:
Video Conference, minimum 2 interviews. Can start interviewing immediately
We invite qualified candidates to send your resume to resumes@3keyconsulting.com. If you decide that you’re not interested in pursuing this particular position, please feel free to take a look at the other positions on our website www.3keyconsulting.com/careers. You are also welcome to share this opportunity with anyone you think might be interested in applying for this role.
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA. 91320
Employment Type: Contract
Business Unit: Manufacturing Science & Technology
Duration: 1+ year(s) (with likely extensions and/or conversion to permanent)
Posting Date: 01/07/2026
Pay Rate: $36 - $41/hour W2
Notes: Only qualified candidates need apply.
3 Key Consulting is hiring an Engineer, Biotech Primary & Secondary Packaging Design and Qualification 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 Product Operations (CPO) and is located in Thousand Oaks, CA. The position will support global supply, new product introductions, partnerships/acquisitions and combination products. This position will apply engineering principles to implement the accurate design, qualification and implementation of Primary and Secondary Packaging components and the associated systems such as documentation, equipment, and processes. A knowledge of common materials utilized in healthcare packaging is key to this role.
Material knowledge of structural components are integral in the day-to-day oversight of this role: bottles, labels, trays, lidding material, leaflets, paperboard, sterile barrier packaging, corrugate, etc. The position entails interpersonal, project management, technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal) skills, and the opportunity to work in teams and adapt to a continuously evolving environment.
Why is the Position Open?
Backfill.
Top Must Have Skills:
- Packaging Engineering experience.
- Packaging education.
- GMP experience.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
- Lead testing and evaluations to recommend and select primary and secondary packaging materials for both large and small molecule products.
- Perform distribution testing per ASTM D4169. Complete testing standards using ASTM, ISO, TAPPI, USP and EP.
- Writing of test protocols, perform technical evaluations and testing to support reports used to uphold the use of selected materials and packaging components.
- Creating specifications along with implementation through technical change records.
- Build, modify, and approve engineering drawings using AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, Solid Works, or similar software applications.
- Support line trials and packaging validation activities prior to introduction of any new or change in components/processes.
- Collaborate with multi-functional teams (i.e. Manufacturing, Process Development, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Device Engineering, Primary Container Engineering, Artwork/Labeling, Regulatory, etc.) in pre-commercial and commercial activities.
Basic Qualifications:
Master degree OR Bachelor degree and 2 years of experience OR Associate degree and 6 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 8 years of experience
Red Flags:
No packaging engineering experience.
Interview process:
Video Conference, minimum 2 interviews. Can start interviewing immediately
We invite qualified candidates to send your resume to resumes@3keyconsulting.com. If you decide that you’re not interested in pursuing this particular position, please feel free to take a look at the other positions on our website www.3keyconsulting.com/careers. You are also welcome to share this opportunity with anyone you think might be interested in applying for this role.