Research And Development Engineer - The Illuminate Group : Job Details

We're Hiring: R&D Engineer | The Illuminate Group | Tampa, FL | Full-Time, In-Office

Job Title: R&D Engineer

Location: 8405 Benjamin Rd Suite F, Tampa, FL 33634

Company: The Illuminate Group

Workplace Type: Full-Time | In-Office

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Position Summary

The Cold Chain R&D Engineer will play a critical role in packaging design, testing, and cold chain transport implementation. This role requires a deep understanding of thermal dynamics, regulatory compliance, and logistics optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test cold chain packaging systems tailored to pharmaceutical transport requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and provide internal technical support for packaging solutions based on current company capabilities.
• Offer “no-test” assessments to support sales efforts by quickly estimating feasibility and providing prompt, educated recommendations to maintain sales momentum.
• Maintain detailed project timelines and budgets, including accurate projections of lab costs and lead times.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, R&D, and Executive teams to align technical strategies with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards applicable to pharmaceutical packaging
• Complete critical reporting for customers regulatory compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or Packaging Engineering
• Experience in cold chain pharmaceutical packaging design and testing
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide clear technical feedback to executive stakeholders
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Takes initiative and strategic thinker
• Proficiency in MATLAB, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and data acquisition software

Location & Work Requirements

• This is a permanent, full-time position based in Tampa, FL.
• On-site presence is required; remote or hybrid work is not available for this role.