Jonathan Phan
About Jonathan Phan
Jonathan Phan is a Principal Packaging Engineer at Nevro, specializing in the design and validation of packaging systems for medical devices. He has over 15 years of experience in the field, having worked for several prominent companies including Danaher Corporation and Boston Scientific.
Work at Nevro
Jonathan Phan has been serving as the Principal Packaging Engineer at Nevro since 2021. In this role, he focuses on the design and validation of packaging systems specifically for medical devices. His responsibilities include ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards, such as ISO 11607 and FDA requirements. He develops innovative packaging solutions that protect sterile medical devices during transit and storage.
Previous Experience in Packaging Engineering
Before joining Nevro, Jonathan Phan held several positions in packaging engineering. He worked at Danaher Corporation as a Senior Packaging Engineer from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, he spent time at Boston Scientific in various roles, including Senior R&D Packaging Engineer from 2013 to 2018 and Operations Packaging Engineer II from 2006 to 2008. He also worked at Amgen and Varian Medical Systems, gaining extensive experience in the field.
Education and Expertise
Jonathan Phan earned a Master of Science degree in Packaging Engineering from San Jose State University. He also studied at the University of California, Davis. His expertise includes the development of sterile pouch and thermoformed tray designs for medical devices. He is skilled in conducting shelf life studies and ensuring the integrity of packaging systems.
Specialization in Medical Device Packaging
Jonathan specializes in the design and validation of tray and pouch sealing equipment for medical devices. He manages corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address packaging-related issues and utilizes ASTM and ISTA test standards to validate packaging designs. His work ensures that medical devices maintain their sterility and integrity throughout their lifecycle.
Achievements in Packaging Engineering
Throughout his career, Jonathan Phan has contributed to the development of innovative packaging systems that protect sterile medical devices. He leads design of experiments (DOE) to optimize packaging processes and materials. His commitment to compliance with industry standards and regulations has been a key aspect of his work in packaging engineering.