R&D Engineer III (Packaging)

Additional Locations: Canada-ON-Mississauga

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At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

Please note this is a 12-month contract opportunity.

About the role 

We are seeking an R&D Engineer III to join our dynamic R&D Packaging and Sellable Product team. The engineer will work under limited supervision/ guidance to support the design, development and implementation of packaging solutions for our products in addition to working closely with cross-function teams, i.e. Marketing, Regulatory and Supply Chain, etc., to ensure successful product commercialization.  

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Fully participating in project teams to contribute the necessary technical work related to packaging and product design and development
• Technical analysis of medical device packaging systems and materials for new product development and existing products to ensure designs meet quality and regulatory standards 
• Gather requirements from internal and external sources to accurately capture user needs and ensure products are meeting them 
• Investigate field related issues and perform root cause analysis 
• Generate engineering documentation (e.g., DHF and DMR) in adherence to quality policies and systems. 
• May lead packaging specific initiatives to support new designs, materials, or process related issues. 
• Adhere to all requirements of the Quality Management System 
• Other duties as required 

Required qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering 
• 4+ years of related work experience 
• Experience working within a quality management system and quality system controls (e.g. Design inputs/outputs, Verification/validation, etc.) 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities  
• Strong oral and written communication skills, to communicate with individuals at various levels 

Preferred qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or biomedical engineering strongly preferred 
• Experience working within medical device R&D departments, with hands-on prototyping and testing 
• Experience using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) 
• Knowledge of packaging materials including paperboard, corrugate, flexible packaging films, Tyvek, thermoformed trays, and manufacturing methods. 
• Familiarity with industry related standards (e.g. ISO, ASTM, etc.) and their direct application 

Requisition ID: 603804

Minimum Salary: $66500 

Maximum Salary: $131800 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com--will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for hourly, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for salaried, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for sales roles is governed by Sales Incentive Compensation Plan (which includes certain annual non-discretionary incentives based on predetermined objectives).

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!