Principal Packaging Acquisition Engineer - Minnesota, United States

Additional Location(s): US-MN-Arden Hills · Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance · 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 employ ...

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Additional Location(s): US-MN-Arden Hills

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

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

Principal Packaging Acquisition Engineer
Engineering Department

About the role:

Develop and lead packaging strategies aligned with Boston Scientific's business objectives—specifically in support of partnerships and acquisitions. As a Principal Packaging Acquisition Engineer, you will independently (or as part of a team) develop, direct, and execute plans for major segments of complex projects. You will evaluate technical data and apply innovative approaches to establish specifications, improve processes, and integrate packaging strategies across the organization.

This is a highly cross-functional role involving engineering, supply chain, quality, and external partners, with a focus on supporting acquisition-related integration activities and long-term packaging excellence.

Work model, sponsorship:

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.

Your responsibilities will include:

● Lead project teams across acquisition integration activities including due diligence, gap analysis, packaging strategy, documentation, and testing
● Align packaging integration milestones with broader program timelines through proactive, clear communication
● Identify packaging integration risks and develop mitigation plans
● Execute complex engineering work in packaging/product design and development, including material evaluation, process studies, and research initiatives
● Incorporate new technologies and innovation while applying core engineering principles
● Manage packaging component lifecycle: documentation (DMR), part creation, and sourcing coordination
● Design and coordinate studies to resolve packaging-related challenges; analyze root cause and recommend improvements
● Evaluate alternative engineering processes, products, and packaging equipment for feasibility and impact
● Review and manage packaging verification and validation data in compliance with quality systems and risk management
● Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and acquired sites to ensure aligned, practical packaging strategies
● Provide mentorship to interns or technicians, as applicable
● Incorporate business policies, customer and clinical needs, and foresight of emerging technology trends into packaging strategy
● Support ongoing achievement of operational, program, and business objectives; recommend improvements where applicable

Required qualifications:

● Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Mechanical, Materials, Electromechanical, Industrial Maintenance, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering
● Minimum of 5 years' experience in an engineering role related to packaging development or manufacturing
● Proven ability to apply quality system requirements including design inputs/outputs, verification/validation, and process validation
● Strong experience developing technical documentation such as DMRs, specifications, protocols, and reports
● Working knowledge of packaging design, materials, or equipment in medical or industrial applications
● Ability to travel (domestic and international) at varying frequencies, ranging from 5%–30%, based on acquisition projects

Preferred qualifications:

● Experience with acquisition-related manufacturing and/or distribution integration
● Familiarity with systems such as PLM, BMRAM, MES, SAP, S4, GLS, or Bartender
● Demonstrated ability to mentor and support integration of acquired entities
● Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities
● Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
● Effective communication and collaboration skills across functions and levels
● High integrity and professionalism with ability to establish cross-functional credibility
● Intermediate knowledge of packaging materials and equipment (e.g., paperboard, corrugated, flexible films, Tyvek, thermoformed trays, injection-molded parts)
● Familiarity with ASTM/ISTA test methods and ISO standards for packaging design
● Experience in the medical device industry or another regulated industry

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The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see —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 non-exempt (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 exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company's policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement.  The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.