This role pays less than
81%
of similar roles. Most pay
$146,000–$177,250
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$137k
versus about
$162k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About MSD
MSD (Merck Sharp & Dohme) is the international name for Merck & Co., a major U.S.-based pharmaceutical company.
MSD currently has
15 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$117,000–$184,200
across 15 roles with salary data.
The Senior Specialist Packaging Component Engineer joins the packaging and component engineering team to manage component lifecycles, quality investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role involves authoring specifications for components, managing design transfers from development teams, and acting as a project manager for component-related changes. The engineer will collaborate with global support functions and external vendors to conduct stability studies, equipment qualifications, and machine trials. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting line issues, performing root cause analysis for deviations, and ensuring site readiness for regulatory audits. The role requires expertise in GMP environments, medical device and combination product requirements, and technical writing. Essential skills include project management, lean six sigma problem-solving, and experience with packaging systems, materials science, and IQ/OQ/PQ execution to ensure integrity across the product lifecycle within pharmaceutical unit operations and manufacturing processes.
GMP
Process Validation
Equipment Qualification
Root Cause Analysis
Lean Six Sigma
Project Management
Pharmaceutical Packaging
Medical Device Assembly
Technology Transfer
Process Design
Scale-up
Regulatory Compliance
EEE Parts
MIL-PRF
MIL-STD
NASA Standards
ISO 9001
ASME
ANSI
EIA
CMMI
Source Control Drawings
DPA
QCI
GIDEP
DFARS
Microsoft Office
Configuration Management
Change Management