Senior Packaging Acquisition Engineer

Location:

Maple Grove, MN

Position Type:

Temp

Reference ID:

2088874

Salary:

$68.50

Date Posted:

2026-10-23

Description:

Senior Packaging Acquisition Engineer (Contract | 6-Month Assignment)

Lead Critical Packaging Integration Projects Are you an experienced packaging engineer looking to make an immediate impact on high-visibility acquisition and integration initiatives? We are seeking a Senior Packaging Acquisition Engineer to lead packaging strategy, risk assessment, and integration activities for complex projects in a regulated manufacturing environment. This hybrid contract role offers the opportunity to work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, operations, and supply chain teams while driving packaging solutions from due diligence through implementation. What You'll Do

Lead packaging integration activities for acquisitions, transfers, and strategic business initiatives

Develop packaging strategies, timelines, risk assessments, and mitigation plans

Review test data, conduct gap analyses, and support packaging design decisions

Create and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, protocols, reports, and DMRs

Manage packaging component development, sourcing, and implementation activities

Coordinate packaging verification and validation efforts while ensuring compliance with quality system requirements

Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones

Analyze packaging performance data and provide recommendations for continuous improvement

Mentor technicians, interns, and project team members as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Mechanical, Materials, Chemical, Industrial, or related Engineering field

3+ years of experience in packaging engineering, packaging development, or manufacturing engineering

Experience with design verification, validation, process validation, and technical documentation

Knowledge of packaging materials, packaging equipment, and testing methodologies

Experience in a regulated industry preferred, including medical device, pharmaceutical, or advanced manufacturing environments

Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills

Ability to travel as needed

Compensation & Benefits

$68.50/hour

Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter/Parking Accounts

People Perks Program

Health Savings Account (HSA)

AD&D Insurance This position requires candidates to be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. Apply Now If you're ready to bring your packaging engineering expertise to a fast-paced, collaborative environment and contribute to impactful acquisition and integration projects, submit your application today. We look forward to connecting with talented professionals who are ready to make a difference from day one. The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.