Product Development Engineer

Amcor; Durmen; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Amcor is seeking a Product Development Engineer for the Global R&D organization to drive project management, product development and customer technical support across the EMEA region in the industrial packaging segment. The role focuses on sustainability innovations, recyclable products, and close collaboration with sales, marketing, machine manufacturers, and raw material suppliers.

You will lead New Product Development from idea to launch, manage budgets, coordinate cross‑functional teams, and

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Polymers or Material Science.
• Experience in packaging or plastic processing is an asset.
• Project management experience.
• Fluency in German and English.

Responsabilités

• Lead development projects from idea to launch with cross‑functional teams.
• Coordinate with sales, marketing, machine manufacturers and suppliers to deliver profitable growth.
• Manage project budgets and trials in collaboration with the cross‑functional team.
• Support sustainability initiatives and recyclable product development.

Connaissances

Proactive communicator

Develop platforms & new tech

Problem solving

Relationship building

Structured & disciplined

Team player

Formation

PhD or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Polymers or Materials Science

Description du poste

Job Purpose

As part of the Global R&D organization, the Product Development Engineer will be responsible for project management, product development and customer technical support within the EMEA region in the industrial segment scope. Special focus is on the sustainability innovation roadmap. The role requires close links with customers and other stakeholders such as sales, marketing, machine manufacturers, and raw material suppliers to generate and deliver profitable growth through new product implementation, especially recyclable products, customer support, troubleshooting, and product improvements.

Principal Accountabilities

• Responsible for project management of development programs and coordination with various stakeholders, including dedication to Amcor’s sustainability agenda.
• Lead the New Product Development project from idea to launch, including industrialization in Amcor and at the customer, with project cost and trial budget management in coordination with the Cross‑Functional team.
• Manage the project portfolio in the Innovation Management System and other relevant systems.
• Oversee improvement and maintenance projects on existing products in coordination with procurement, marketing, sales, product management, and Amcor Flexibles plants.
• Maintain close cooperation with raw material suppliers and packaging machine manufacturers.

Major Challenges & Complexities

• Coordinate and communicate effectively with several functions and levels in the organization.
• Employ innovative thinking to find new and more effective solutions to drive results.
• Maintain high responsiveness, flexibility, and availability for customer support.
• Work autonomously and as part of a team.

Internal Relationships

• Sales
• Product Management & Segment Marketing
• Manufacturing sites
• Global R&D (various Product Development teams, Core R&D, Material Science Centers)

External Relationships

• Customers
• Machine manufacturers
• Suppliers

Qualifications / Requirements

Formal Qualifications and Experience

• PhD or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Polymers or Material Science.
• Experience in packaging or plastic processing is an asset.
• Project management experience.
• Fluency in German and English.

Specific Skills and Abilities

• Proactive communicator able to give presentations to customers.
• Passion for developing new platforms and advanced technologies.
• Excellent problem‑solving and prioritization skills.
• Ability to build internal and external relationships.
• Structured and self‑disciplined.
• Strong team player.