R&D Development Specialist

Jacobs Douwe Egberts UK; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance preservation

Well-being program and coaching

Ergonomic assessments and workplace/bi

Job summary

JDE Peet’s is seeking a Development Specialist to lead technology projects from research through implementation within Global R&D, Technology Solutions. You will collaborate with NPD, Engineering and Operations to ensure on-time, in-full project delivery.

The role requires experience in executing lab, pilot plant or industrial scale trials, DoE and statistical tools, and the ability to travel internationally as project needs dictate. A relevant engineering/food science degree is required.

Qualifications

• Leading R&D technology projects.
• Experience executing laboratory, pilot plant or industrial trials with autonomy.
• DoE and statistical tools experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to mid-sized technology development projects or workstreams within larger programs.
• Plan budgets and resources for projects/workstreams.
• Collaborate with engineering, packing and category teams to ensure on-time delivery.
• Support writing technology factbooks and commissioning, qualification and verification prep.

Skills

R&D project leadership

Laboratory/pilot plant trials

DoE & statistics

MS Office tools

Travel internationally

Education

Chemical Engineering / Process Engineering / Food Tech / Food Science degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

We’re looking for a Development Specialist to join our Global R&D, Technology Solutions team. In this role, you’ll lead technology projects from research to implementation, working closely with NPD, Engineering, and Operations teams.

• Lead small to mid-sized technology development projects, or lead workstreams within a larger technology project.
• Responsible for project/workstream planning, budgeting, and resources.
• Collaborate with engineering, packing, and category colleagues to ensure on time in full project delivery.
• Support writing technology factbooks and Commissioning, Qualification, Verification preparation and completion.
• Build and apply relevant technological knowledge and best practices to support execution of projects as well as troubleshooting of manufacturing challenges.
• Tasks can include executing and leading pilot or plant trials; reporting and presenting findings within JDE stakeholder and project teams; and providing technical consultancy or support in personal expertise areas.

Qualifications

Working at JDE Peet’s is hands-on, giving you the chance to leave your mark while working together as one team. We’re a fast-paced company on a mission, focused on what matters most. Our environment demands energy, agility, and bold thinking. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow in a global team, JDE Peet’s is the place for you.

For this role as Development Specialist, we’re looking for someone who has the following skills and experience:

• Leading R&D technology projects.
• Experience in executing laboratory, pilot plant or industrial scale trials with a high level of autonomy.
• Working with design of experiments (DoE) and statistical tools.
• Experience using MS tools.
• Ability to travel internationally as required by project needs.
• Academic level degree in Chemical Engineering/Process Engineering/Food Technology/Food Science or equivalent.
• 2 – 5 years post studies relevant work experience.

Company Description

Who we are?

We are JDE Peet’s. We craft coffee for every cup and build brands for every heart.

Life at JDE Peet's? It's not just a job, it's a whole vibe upgrade.

We know what actually matters to you - job security, real growth, and not burning out by 30. So here's the menu of what you actually get:

• Work-life balance, but make it real: 25 annual leave days + 12 ADV days (yes, that's basically an extra month off). Plus a tax-efficient bike plan — skip the traffic, get fit, save money. Win-win-win.
• Well-being that goes beyond a wellness app: 1-on-1 lifestyle coaching on nutrition, sleep, stress and recovery. Real sleep workshops if you're running on empty. Confidential, judgment-free support for smoking, alcohol, or anything life throws at you — anonymous if you want it. Plus a fitness contribution and health insurance discount, because your body clocks in too.
• We've got your back, literally: Ergonomic assessments and workplace evaluations so your job doesn't wreck your body. Because "sustainable career" should mean your spine too.
• Growth that's actually funded: €1,500 net learning budget every calendar year — yours to spend on you. No red tape, no "maybe next year."
• Security you can actually count on: Fixed monthly salary + 8% holiday allowance + 8.33% year-end bonus, plus a pension plan where we've got skin in the game too.
• Flexibility that respects your life: Work-from-home allowance and commuting allowance, because your 9-to-5 shouldn't own your whole day.