Gilead Sciences · 1 day ago
Packaging Engineer I
San Francisco Bay Area
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$95K/yr - $123K/yr
2+ years expGilead Sciences is dedicated to creating a healthier world by tackling diseases and developing therapies. The Packaging Engineer I will contribute to the Package Development team, focusing on the design, development, qualification, and implementation of packaging systems for pharmaceutical and biologics products.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Lead packaging development activities, ensuring alignment with product requirements, regulatory expectations, and global standards
Apply sound engineering principles and relevant industry standards (e.g., USP, ISO, ASTM) to the design and qualification of container closure systems (CCS)
Author and execute packaging studies, including protocols and reports for component qualification, shipping qualification, and compatibility assessments
Conduct and support equipment and process qualification activities for packaging lines and configurations at internal and external manufacturing sites
Ensure packaging components and systems comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and applicable regulatory guidelines
Investigate and resolve packaging-related deviations, non‑conformances, and complaints in collaboration with Quality and Operations teams
Support regulatory submissions by authoring and reviewing relevant sections of INDs, NDAs, BLAs, and other global filings
Maintain and author SOPs related to packaging development, ensuring alignment with broader organizational procedures
Collaborate with external partners—including CMOs, suppliers, and test laboratories—to ensure timely and compliant execution of packaging activities
Travel up to 15% may be required to support project execution at external sites
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline with at least 2 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device packaging development
Advanced degrees with commensurate experience will be considered
Demonstrated experience in packaging component characterization, qualification, and regulatory documentation
Strong working knowledge of cGMP, FDA, EMA, and ICH guidelines relevant to packaging systems
Proficiency in applying industry standards such as USP, ASTM D4169, ISO 11607, and other packaging- and CCS-related standards
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document technical work and collaborate across functions
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Experience working with external suppliers, CMOs, and contract laboratories is highly desirable
Benefits
Discretionary annual bonus
Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role)
Paid time off
Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
Company
Gilead Sciences
Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, manufactures and commercializes therapies for critical diseases.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.41BKey Investors
Abingworth
2024-11-13Post Ipo Debt· $3.5M
2024-02-29Post Ipo Equity· $210M
2023-09-07Post Ipo Debt· $2B
Leadership Team
Keeley Wettan
Senior Vice President, Legal
Patrick Loerch
Senior Vice President, Clinical Data Science
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