Packaging Engineer: Sustainable Innovations & Projects

Henkel; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Henkel is seeking a packaging engineer to lead new packaging development projects, balancing performance, quality, cost, and sustainability. You’ll define budgets, ensure SHE compliance, and drive circular economy initiatives while exploring new packaging technologies.

You will collaborate with R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Production to translate consumer insights into innovative packaging solutions and ensure compliance with international regulations and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field.
• Proficiency in CAD for 2D/3D drawings.
• Knowledge of packaging materials and sustainability.
• Experience with laboratory testing standards and quality control.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute new packaging development projects, ensuring alignment with performance, quality, cost, and sustainability requirements.
• Define and manage project budgets to achieve planned objectives and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with Henkel’s corporate Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) standards, policies, and procedures.
• Drive packaging sustainability initiatives and contribute to the achievement of circular economy targets.
• Support cross-functional teams in developing and implementing new packaging technologies and innovations.
• Ensure all new packaging solutions comply with international recycling, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Stay up to date with emerging packaging technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
• Support the protection of innovative packaging developments and technologies through patents and intellectual property initiatives.
• Engage with consumers through various platforms to gather insights and translate feedback into innovative packaging solutions.

Job description

Henkel is seeking a packaging engineer to lead new packaging development projects, balancing performance, quality, cost, and sustainability. You’ll define budgets, ensure SHE compliance, and drive circular economy initiatives while exploring new packaging technologies.

You will collaborate with R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Production to translate consumer insights into innovative packaging solutions and ensure compliance with international regulations and industry best practices.