Packaging Engineer: Innovating Sustainable Solutions

Henkel; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Henkel in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Packaging Engineer to lead new packaging development projects, ensuring alignment with performance, quality, cost, and sustainability targets.

You will manage budgets, coordinate with cross-functional teams, apply CAD tools for 2D/3D drawings, and ensure compliance with recycling and safety standards.

The role offers growth in innovative packaging solutions and opportunities to contribute to circular economy initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Packaging Engineering or related field.
• Experience with packaging materials (plastics, polymers, paper) and sustainability.
• Familiarity with laboratory testing standards and quality control processes.
• Experience handling lab equipment and testing procedures.
• Strong analytical, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain and Production.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Execute new packaging development projects aligned with performance, quality, cost, and sustainability.
• Define and manage project budgets to meet objectives and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with SHE standards, policies, and procedures.
• Drive packaging sustainability initiatives and circular economy targets.
• Support cross-functional teams in developing new packaging technologies.
• Ensure compliance with recycling, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on emerging packaging technologies and industry trends.
• Protect innovations through patents and IP initiatives.
• Engage with consumers to gather insights and translate feedback into solutions.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Packaging materials knowledge

Laboratory testing knowledge

Sustainability and circular economy

Analytical and problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Packaging Engineering or related technical field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Henkel in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Packaging Engineer to lead new packaging development projects, ensuring alignment with performance, quality, cost, and sustainability targets.

You will manage budgets, coordinate with cross-functional teams, apply CAD tools for 2D/3D drawings, and ensure compliance with recycling and safety standards.

The role offers growth in innovative packaging solutions and opportunities to contribute to circular economy initiatives.