Product Development Engineer

Amcor; Steinfeld; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Amcor in Steinfeld seeks a Product Development Engineer to manage product development and provide customer technical support in the EMEA region. This role emphasizes the sustainability innovation roadmap and requires collaboration with various stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will hold a PhD or MS in Chemistry, Polymers, or Material Science and possess project management skills. Fluency in German and English is essential. The position entails being on-site with up to 30% travel in Europe.

Qualifications

• PhD or MS degree in Chemistry, Polymers or Material Science.
• Experience in packaging, plastic processing is an asset.
• Project management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage development programs coordinating various stakeholders.
• Lead New Product Development projects from idea to launch.
• Oversee project portfolio in Innovation Management System.

Skills

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Project management experience

Proactive communication

Problem-solving skills

Relationship building

Passion for developing new technologies

Education

PhD or MS degree in Chemistry, Polymers or Material Science

Job description

Product Development Engineer

Location: Steinfeld, DE

Department: R&D/Innovation Management

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift: On site

Contract Type: Permanent

Line Manager: Product Development Manager

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. The role focuses on the sustainability innovation roadmap and requires close collaboration with customers, sales, marketing, machine manufacturers, raw material suppliers and other stakeholders to generate and deliver profitable growth through new product implementation, especially recyclable products, customer support, troubleshooting, and product improvements.

Job Dimensions & Scope

The Product Development Engineer supports the execution of product development programs in line with strategic business needs, overseeing R&D efforts in the industrial market segment for flexible packaging. The position requires up to 30% travel within Europe and reports to the Product Development Manager.

Principal Accountabilities

• Project management of development programs & coordination with various stakeholders, dedicated to Amcor’s sustainability agenda.
• New Product Development project from idea to launch including industrialization at Amcor and at the customer, managing project costs and trial cost budget in coordination with the cross‑functional team.
• Management of the project portfolio in the Innovation Management System and other relevant systems.
• Responsibility for improvement and maintenance projects on existing products in coordination with Procurement, Marketing, Sales, Product Management and Amcor Flexibles plants.
• Close cooperation with raw material suppliers and packaging machine manufacturers.

Major Challenges & Complexities

• Coordination and effective communication with several functions and levels in the organization.
• Innovative thinking to find new and more effective solutions to drive results.
• High responsiveness, flexibility and availability for customer support.
• Ability to work autonomously and within teams.

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

Specific Skills and Abilities:

• Proactive communication across the organization and ability 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.
• Structure and self‑discipline.
• A strong team player.