Packaging Innovation Engineer: Prototyping, Trials & Launch

SanLucar Company; Puzol; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SanLucar Company in Valencia region is seeking a Packaging Innovation Technician/Engineer to design, test and implement cutting-edge packaging solutions for fresh produce. You will bridge Creativity and technical rigor from prototype to validation, ensuring product protection, performance and cost efficiency.

Key responsibilities include leading trials, coordinating with internal teams and suppliers, and documenting results and recommendations for the Packaging Committee.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field related to design or engineering.
• Advanced professional Spanish and English; additional languages are a plus.
• At least 3 years in packaging engineering, development or related technical roles.
• Experience with industrial packaging in high-volume production environments is preferred.
• Solid knowledge of packaging materials, conversions, design, prototyping and validation.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of packaging innovation projects from brief through testing and implementation.
• Develop new packaging concepts, structures and materials for product, brand and operations needs.
• Create prototypes, technical proposals and documentation for stakeholders.
• Plan feasibility studies, trials, transport tests and sample validations.
• Assess packaging performance across the supply chain from protection to presentation.
• Coordinate implementation of approved solutions with internal teams, suppliers and partners.

Skills

Packaging engineering

Industrial design

Project management

Supplier coordination

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Industrial Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft 365

Job description

SanLucar Company in Valencia region is seeking a Packaging Innovation Technician/Engineer to design, test and implement cutting-edge packaging solutions for fresh produce. You will bridge Creativity and technical rigor from prototype to validation, ensuring product protection, performance and cost efficiency.

Key responsibilities include leading trials, coordinating with internal teams and suppliers, and documenting results and recommendations for the Packaging Committee.