STEM OPT Packaging Engineer Jobs
Packaging Engineer roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in engineering or materials science. That gives you up to 36 months of work authorization, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and signs your I-983 training plan.
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INTRODUCTION
BeOne continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As part of the Manufacturing Science and Technology (MST) group, the Senior Packaging Engineer will provide life cycle validation technical support for the Oral Solid Dose (OSD) packaging operation in the Hopewell, NJ manufacturing site. Starting with Technology Transfer, this position will support equipment installation and start-up and ensure site readiness for Process Performance Qualification (PPQ) as well as Continued Process Verification (CPV).
- Serve as the site Packaging SME and primary Liaison with the Global Packaging Engineering & Artwork group, to uphold company standards and packaging practices.
- Providing technical support for packaging operations, collaborating cross-functionally with operations, quality technical packaging lead in cross-functional teams including packaging site, supply chain, commercial, regulatory, finance, quality as well as across BeOne to commercialize products that create a successful patient experience.
- Manage Site Material Specifications and the Bill of Materials (BOM).
- Ensure all packaging systems, equipment and processes comply with global regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA, etc.).
Essential Functions of the Job:
- Manage site-level Change Controls in alignment with packaging components and artwork changes.
- Review and approve Packaging Batch Records as technical owner.
- Support development of Technology Transfer plan, and author Validation Protocols and Reports, and develop and implement CPV programs.
- Support authoring for Regulatory Submissions.
- Lead complex investigations, perform root cause analysis and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs).
- Technical support for ongoing packaging activities at the Hopewell site, including process troubleshooting and support for new equipment initiatives.
- Author regulatory documents in support of product applications or provide regulatory filing and submission support.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of Engineering experience required.
- Master’s degree and 2+ years of Engineering experience preferred.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- No direct reports but will lead cross-functional teams.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook), ERP Systems, (SAP preferred).
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiarity with global pharmaceutical regulatory requirements (e.g. GMP, GDP).
- Due to global nature of company early morning or evening meetings may be required.
- Demonstrated experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources preferably within the biotech, pharmaceutical, CRO, industry.
TRAVEL
Less than 10%.
Global Competencies
When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Driving Excellence, Bold Ingenuity and Collaborative Spirit, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.
- Fosters Teamwork
- Provides and Solicits Honest and Actionable Feedback
- Self-Awareness
- Acts Inclusively
- Demonstrates Initiative
- Entrepreneurial Mindset
- Continuous Learning
- Embraces Change
- Results-Oriented
- Analytical Thinking/Data Analysis
- Financial Excellence
- Communicates with Clarity
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $109,900.00 - $144,900.00 annually
BeOne is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation packages are determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location. Packages may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor. The recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for a preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the listed range reflects the base salary or hourly range only. Non-Commercial roles are eligible to participate in the annual bonus plan, and Commercial roles are eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan. All Company employees have the opportunity to own shares of BeOne Medicines Ltd. stock because all employees are eligible for discretionary equity awards and to voluntarily participate in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The Company has a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. BeOne does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and any other applicable federal, state or local laws, applicants who require reasonable accommodation in the job application process may contact accommodationsus@beonemed.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Packaging Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Packaging Engineering roles typically align with CIP codes in mechanical, materials, or industrial engineering. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before applying, since a mismatch between your degree field and the role can disqualify you from the 24-month STEM extension.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
STEM OPT employers must be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension starts. Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name to confirm enrollment status. A verbal promise from HR doesn't satisfy the USCIS requirement.
Target manufacturers with structured engineering rotations
Consumer goods, food and beverage, and pharmaceutical manufacturers frequently hire Packaging Engineers into rotational programs, which are easier to document in the I-983 training plan because learning objectives are already codified by the employer.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for STEM OPT employers
Search Migrate Mate for Packaging Engineer roles at companies with verified E-Verify enrollment and active engineering hiring. Filtering by STEM OPT eligibility upfront cuts the time you'd otherwise spend vetting individual employers manually.
Draft your I-983 training plan around measurable engineering goals
USCIS requires your I-983 to list concrete learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. For Packaging Engineers, frame goals around specific skills: structural design, material selection, sustainability standards, or validation testing. Generic descriptions increase the risk of a DSO or USCIS rejection.
Benchmark your offer against OFLC Wage Search data
Before signing an offer, run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your salary meets the prevailing wage for Packaging Engineers in that area. Underpayment can signal a compliance problem that creates complications if the employer later files an H-1B visa petition for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Packaging Engineering role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title alone. Packaging Engineer positions typically qualify when your degree is classified under mechanical engineering, materials science, industrial engineering, or a related STEM field with an approved CIP code. Your DSO can confirm whether your specific degree qualifies. If it does, you're eligible for the 24-month extension on top of your initial 12-month OPT.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for a Packaging Engineering role?
Your I-983 must list specific, measurable learning objectives that connect your day-to-day work to your STEM degree. For Packaging Engineers, that means documenting skills like package structural design, material compatibility testing, regulatory compliance, or sustainability optimization, not just restating your job description. Your employer signs the form and accepts responsibility for providing the training. USCIS or your DSO may review it, so vague language creates risk.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Use the E-Verify employer search tool to look up the company by name before your extension start date. Enrollment must be active at the time your STEM OPT begins, not just promised by an HR contact. If the company isn't listed, your extension cannot proceed with that employer. Many smaller packaging operations and contract manufacturers are not enrolled, so verify early in your offer negotiation.
What happens to my work authorization if my H-1B petition is filed before my STEM OPT expires?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT end date and the petition is timely filed for the October 1 start date, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30. You can continue working as a Packaging Engineer during that gap without interruption. USCIS issues a cap-gap extension automatically through your EAD and I-20 update from your DSO.
Where can I find Packaging Engineer jobs where employers already understand STEM OPT requirements?
Migrate Mate lists Packaging Engineer roles at employers with verified E-Verify enrollment, so you're not spending time on companies that can't legally hire you for STEM OPT. Searching there lets you focus on employers who have already demonstrated familiarity with work authorization requirements, which also tends to make the I-983 training plan process smoother since HR teams are more prepared.