R&D Product Developer Sr Engineer

PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH; Ciudad de México; Presencial; MXN 400,000 - 600,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading global beverage company in Mexico City is seeking an experienced R&D Product Developer Sr Engineer to lead projects from concept to launch. This role requires strong technical expertise, project management skills, and collaboration with global teams. Ideal candidates have a background in food science and at least 3 years of R&D experience in the food industry, with fluency in English and Spanish.

Servicios

Opportunities to learn and develop

Recognition programs

Financial wellness programs

Flexibility program

Scholarship programs for children

Formación

• Minimum 3 years of experience in R&D within the food industry.
• Proven track record in product development and pilot plant.
• Ability to work effectively in laboratories and industrial facilities.

Responsabilidades

• Lead end-to-end R&D projects from concept to market launch.
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure project alignment.
• Translate consumer insights into product concepts.

Conocimientos

Technical knowledge

Project management

Food science expertise

Innovation mindset

Bilingual (English, Spanish)

Educación

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in food science or related fields

Descripción del empleo

Overview

We Are PepsiCo

Join PepsiCo and Dare for Better! We are the perfect place for curious people, thinkers and change agents. From leadership to front lines, we're excited about the future and working together to make the world a better place.

Being part of PepsiCo means being part of one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with our iconic brands consumed more than a billion times a day in more than 200 countries.

Our product portfolio, which includes 22 of the world's most iconic brands, such as Sabritas, Gamesa, Quaker, Pepsi, Gatorade andSonrics, has been a part of Mexican homes for more than 116 years.

A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where all people are welcome. Here, you can dare to be you. No matter who you are, where you're from, or who you love, you can always influence the people around you and make a positive impact in the world.

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Responsibilities

The Opportunity

TheR&D Product Developer Sr Engineer will play a key role in driving innovation, productivity, brand stewardship, and portfolio transformation projects. You will lead initiatives from concept through to launch, ensuring technical excellence, consumer relevance, and business impact. This role requires strong technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to work closely with multifunctional teams across the organization.

Your Impact

AsR&D Product Developer Sr Engineeryour responsibilities would consist of:

• Lead end-to-end R&D projects, from concept, formulation, and prototyping to pilot plant trials, scale-up, and market launch.

• Partner with global and regional teams (Mexico and LATAM) to ensure flawless execution and alignment with strategic priorities.

• Translate consumer insights, business needs, and emerging trends into product concepts and technical solutions.

• Apply advanced knowledge of food science, ingredients, and processing technologies to develop innovative and cost-effective products.

• Manage technical documentation and ensure compliance with product, nutrition, and regulatory guidelines.

• Conduct pilot plant and industrial trials, capturing operational learnings to refine product specifications.

• Collaborate with multifunctional partners including marketing, operations, supply chain, regulatory, sensory, and finance to deliver successful projects.

• Mentor and support junior developers, providing technical guidance and sharing best practices.

• Identify and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring timely issue resolution.

• Drive continuous improvement and efficiency across R&D processes.

Qualifications

Who Are We Looking For?

• Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in food science, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.

• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in R&D within the food industry, with proven track record in product development, pilot plant, and/or industrial scale-up.

• Languages: Advanced English and Spanish, required for collaboration with global teams.

• Strong technical knowledge combined with business acumen and innovation mindset.

• Excellent project management skills, capable of leading multiple initiatives simultaneously.

• Proactive, results-oriented, and resilient in dynamic, complex environments.

• Ability to work effectively in laboratories, pilot plants, and industrial facilities, with occasional travel to support trials and implementations.

If this is an opportunity that interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements.

What can you expect from us:

• Opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs.
• Internal digital platforms that promote self-learning.
• Development programs according to Leadership skills.
• Specialized training according to the role.
• Learning experiences with internal and external providers.
• We love to celebrate success, which is why we have recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others.
• Financial wellness programs that will help you reach your goals in all stages of life.
• A flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life, adapting your working day to your lifestyle.
• And because your family is also important to us, they can also enjoy benefits such as our Wellness Line, thousands of Agreements and Discounts, Scholarship programs for your children, Aid Plans for different moments of life, among others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We respect and value diversity as a work force and innovation for the organization.