Packaging R&D Lab Technician — Materials & Innovation

Henkel Ltda; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Henkel is seeking a Packaging Engineer for our Consumer Brands division in Dubai. You will execute packaging research, test and qualify materials for ongoing R&D projects, ensuring performance and compliance with specifications.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive packaging innovations, sustainability goals, and cost optimization while maintaining SHE standards and proper lab practices. You will perform hands-on lab work, analyze data, and report technical findings to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as materials science or packaging engineering.
• Knowledge of material science, packaging materials, polymers, and material properties.
• Familiarity with packaging laboratory equipment, testing methods, and laboratory operations.
• Strong digital skills, including data analysis.
• Knowledge of 3D printing and CAD is an advantage.
• Hands-on mechanical and technical skills with lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Execute packaging research, testing, and qualification activities for ongoing R&D projects, ensuring compliance with performance, quality, and technical specifications.
• Support development and validation of innovative packaging materials, technologies, and solutions to enhance product performance and sustainability.
• Conduct laboratory testing, material characterization, and performance evaluations to assess packaging functionality, compatibility, stability, and durability.
• Analyze and interpret laboratory test results, prepare technical reports, and provide recommendations to support packaging development and optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional R&D teams to identify opportunities for packaging innovation, material improvements, and cost optimization.
• Support the achievement of circular economy and sustainability targets through research into recyclable materials, alternative packaging solutions, and packaging optimization.
• Ensure compliance with Henkel's corporate Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) standards, policies, and procedures.
• Manage packaging laboratory equipment, including calibration, maintenance, testing readiness, and proper utilization.

Skills

Materials science

Packaging materials

Polymers

Lab equipment

Data analysis

CAD software

3D printing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD software

3D printing

Job description

Henkel is seeking a Packaging Engineer for our Consumer Brands division in Dubai. You will execute packaging research, test and qualify materials for ongoing R&D projects, ensuring performance and compliance with specifications.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive packaging innovations, sustainability goals, and cost optimization while maintaining SHE standards and proper lab practices. You will perform hands-on lab work, analyze data, and report technical findings to support