Transport Packaging Engineer II

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The level Engineer II may be assigned to participate in a design project, execute the building of prototypes, and pioneer research and development activities contributing to Fresenius products. As a member of one or more Fresenius R&D team, the Engineer II may be assigned to break down high level tasks into smaller well-defined tasks. The Engineer II may be responsible to initiate the design concept, formulate the pre-development project and participate actively in the feasibility study as assigned. The Engineer II can be part of cross-functional teams (CFT) as assigned by the supervisor. If so, this person will work closely with team to execute the project and solve the problems assigned by the CFT leader. The Engineer II requires intermediate supervision. The Engineer II may be tasked by the supervisor to mentor one or more entry level Engineer I employees.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with Value Stream Sterile Fluids (VSSF) activities in individual carton box and shipping unit design
• Work in conjunction with technical lead in making technical decisions
• Acts as primary point of contact for transport packaging / shipping related inquiries
• Responsible for pre-development activities and feasibility studies
• Responsible for qualification and verification activities within development projects and design changes
• Selects and manages the development and implementation of new test methods
• Represents VSSF Component Development as transport packaging shipping representative in cross-functional teams
• Supports internal stakeholders in development of new transport packaging and shipping related technologies and processes
• Be involved in various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.
• Maintains general housekeeping of working area and plant.
• Seeks senior level staff or supervisory assistance with higher level problems that may arise.
• Normally receives general work instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. Is assisted with these tasks by senior level or supervisory assistance as required. Works with intermediate independence. Work is reviewed for soundness.
• Exercises best judgment within defined procedures and practices to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  
  
  

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Bachelor's Degree in related Engineering or scientific discipline required; advanced degree preferred.
• 3 or more years' related transport packaging experience.
• Excellent communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration with internal and external partners
• Experience in development of transport packaging for pharmaceutical and medicinal products
• Good knowledge of regulatory environment (applicable standards, guidelines)
• Familiarity with current industry best practices
• Experience with MS Office
  
  
  

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans