Project Engineer, Packaging

About the role

Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), a global medical technology company, is hiring a Project Engineer for its Tuas Plant in Singapore. The role combines hands-on technical work with project ownership, supporting engineering projects across packaging processes, equipment, validation, supplier activities and continuous improvement in a regulated manufacturing environment. You will work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, R&D and Engineering teams and external suppliers.

Key responsibilities

• Support capital equipment projects from evaluation and acquisition through installation, commissioning, qualification and validation of packaging and process equipment.
• Drive packaging engineering projects such as packaging material changes, supplier qualification and transfers, process improvements and Cost-to-Win (CTW) initiatives.
• Develop and maintain project and engineering documentation, including change controls, risk assessments, protocols, validation documentation and technical records.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, R&D and suppliers to improve packaging processes, troubleshoot technical issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Provide hands-on engineering support for equipment maintenance, modifications, troubleshooting and process improvements.
• Plan and coordinate project activities and stakeholders, managing deliverables, risks, priorities and timelines.
• Support packaging testing, qualification and validation to protect product and packaging integrity during handling, storage, transport and distribution.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, environmental and regulatory requirements, including ISO and FDA requirements.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities and undertake other engineering tasks as required.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience in packaging engineering, packaging validation, material qualification, equipment qualification or supplier transfer is an advantage.
• Hands-on exposure to blister packaging, dispenser boxes and shipper/carton packaging, and exposure to validation, qualification, change control, risk assessment and continuous improvement methodologies are beneficial.

Required skills

• Good project coordination, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly, take ownership and adapt to changing project and business requirements.
• Practical understanding of manufacturing and engineering processes.