Packaging Innovation Engineer - Fixed-Term Contract

Mondelez España Galletas Production SLU; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondelez International is seeking a Packaging Development & Engineering professional to lead end-to-end packaging development for biscuits & chocolate products. You will plan and execute RDQ activities, conduct trials and create packaging specifications to meet consumer needs.

You will work under a manager to organize projects across geographies, ensure GMP/HACCP compliance, and collaborate with marketing, production and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Packaging, Food Science, or related field.
• 2–3 years of FMCG packaging experience preferred.
• Strong packaging design, innovation and sustainability interest.
• Proven project management and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD software.
• Excellent attention to detail and proactive problem solving.
• Strong communication and collaboration with diverse teams.
• Curiosity about industry trends and new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Organize and execute RDQ packaging projects across geographies.
• Plan and conduct activities to generate packaging information.
• Create technical reports and packaging specifications.
• Pilot plant and factory trials in line with GMP and HACCP.
• Define consumer and user packaging requirements.
• Support development with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor projects against timeline and budget.
• Travel occasionally within MEU as required.

Skills

Packaging engineering degree

FMCG packaging experience

Packaging design

Sustainability in packaging

Project management

CAD software & MS Office

Attention to detail

Communication & collaboration

Industry trend curiosity

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering, Packaging, Food Science

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mondelez International is seeking a Packaging Development & Engineering professional to lead end-to-end packaging development for biscuits & chocolate products. You will plan and execute RDQ activities, conduct trials and create packaging specifications to meet consumer needs.

You will work under a manager to organize projects across geographies, ensure GMP/HACCP compliance, and collaborate with marketing, production and suppliers.