Packaging Innovation Engineer — Flexible & Hybrid

SanLucar Company; Puzol; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SanLucar Company in Spain is seeking a Packaging Innovation Technician/Engineer to lead packaging projects from brief to implementation, turning concepts into tested, scalable solutions for fresh produce.

You will develop concepts, create prototypes, run feasibility studies, validate performance across the supply chain, and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams. Fluency in Spanish and English and 3+ years in packaging are expected. Proficiency in CAD and MS 365 will be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or Industrial Engineering (or similar).
• At least 3 years in packaging engineering or related roles.
• Experience in food manufacturing packaging is preferred.
• Knowledge of packaging materials, conversion processes and validation.

Responsibilities

• Own packaging innovation projects from brief to implementation.
• Develop new packaging concepts, structures and materials.
• Create prototypes and technical proposals for stakeholders.
• Plan feasibility studies, trials, transport tests and validations.
• Assess packaging performance across the supply chain.
• Document test protocols and results with traceable recommendations.
• Coordinate implementation with internal teams, suppliers and partners.
• Prepare packaging specifications and homologation documents.
• Support supplier qualification through sample reviews and compliance checks.
• Share packaging expertise with Product, Commercial, Quality, Logistics teams.

Skills

Packaging engineering

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Spanish & English

Education

Industrial Design / Product Design / Industrial Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft 365

Job description

SanLucar Company in Spain is seeking a Packaging Innovation Technician/Engineer to lead packaging projects from brief to implementation, turning concepts into tested, scalable solutions for fresh produce.

You will develop concepts, create prototypes, run feasibility studies, validate performance across the supply chain, and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams. Fluency in Spanish and English and 3+ years in packaging are expected. Proficiency in CAD and MS 365 will be advantageous.