Development Technologist

Devro; Moodiesburn; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading collagen product manufacturer in Scotland seeks a Development Technologist responsible for driving product and technology improvements. The ideal candidate will bring strong scientific knowledge, project management skills, and experience in R&D or Supply Chain. Responsibilities include managing product trials, developing innovative solutions, and collaborating closely with internal teams. This role offers an opportunity to impact company growth through product and technology development.

Qualifications

• Strong scientific and technical knowledge.
• Experience in R&D or Supply Chain.
• Track record of managing innovation projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive product and technology development streams.
• Develop new ideas for innovation pipelines.
• Manage end-to-end projects in collaboration with teams.
• Plan, organise and safely execute product line trials with development and production teams.
• Participate in product trials at customer facilities.
• Manage projects end-to-end with Commercial and Supply Chain.

Skills

Project management and delivery

Problem solving & decision making

Collaboration & working with others

Communication & influence

Job description

Overview

We are one of the world’s leading manufacturers of collagen products for the food industry. We supply high quality edible films and coatings to over 1,000 customers in more than 100 countries, delivering our purpose of Creating the Added Layer of Value’. Used by customers in the production of a wide variety of sausage and meat products, our aspirations reach beyond our current products and services, and appeal to our natural curiosity to improve what we do.

As a global organisation, we currently employ around 2,000 people spanning the Americas, UK/EMEA and Asia-Pacific regions. We offer careers in research and development, science and food technology, manufacturing and supply chain operations, engineering, sales, and a range of other business support functions. We are always seeking talented people to join the amazing colleagues we have, to keep growing our business.

Our mission is to sustainably utilize technology and biomaterial science-based solutions, to delight our customers. We are a business committed to the pursuit of better. The constant pursuit of what’s next, what’s needed, what’s possible.

About the Role

The Development Technologist is responsible for product and technology developments, and for managing improvement projects for existing lines/products.

Responsibilities

• Drive product and technology development streams
• Develop new ideas that fuel innovation pipelines
• Deliver solutions that meet both customer needs and internal manufacturing and quality performance targets
• Plan, organise and safely execute product line trials with development and production teams providing leadership and guidance
• Participate in product trials at customer facilities
• Manage projects end-to-end and in close collaboration with Commercial and Supply Chain

About You

Technical Skills

• Scientific principles and practice
• Product applications

Core Skills

• Project management and delivery
• Problem solving & decisionmaking
• Collaboration & working with others
• Communication & influence

Experience

• Evidence of strong scientific and technical knowledge
• Several years’ experience in R&D or Supply Chain
• Proven track record of successfully managing innovation projects (including product launches)

What’s Next

If this sounds like a role that you would be interested in, then we would love to hear from you. Apply now with a copy of your CV.

Please note this is a Direct Search led by Devro.

Applications from agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.

Closing Date

16th March 2026

*Please note, closing dates are subject to change and, at time of high volume of applications, this may be brought forward.

Equality and diversity at Devro

We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive working environment in which all employees are respected and supported regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or social background. We expressly welcome applications from people with a wide range of perspectives and experiences. Our goal is to ensure equal opportunities and actively combat discrimination – both in the application process and in everyday working life.