Product Innovation Engineer

Amcor LLC; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Flexible time off

Holidays

Wellbeing program

Health Savings Account

Life insurance

Parental leave

Retirement plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Amcor is seeking a Senior R&D Engineer to lead technical execution of new product development from concept through commercialization. You will coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, and business to drive innovative packaging solutions within timelines and budgets.

Join our North America R&D team and contribute to scalable packaging innovations. Four+ years of engineering experience and proficiency in 2D/3D CAD are required, along with a strong emphasis on safety,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of four years of engineering experience in manufacturing and product innovation.
• Experience with 2D design and 3D CAD modeling programs.
• Experience in packaging development and innovation environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills supporting data-driven PM.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all stages of product innovation projects from concept to commercialization.
• Utilize model shop and 3D printing to drive prototype design and development.
• Work with pilot plant for installation and start-up of molds/tools.
• Provide data-driven leadership, risk management, and disciplined execution.
• Report deviations on time, cost, and deliverables to senior management.

Skills

Project leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Advanced technical degree

Tools

2D design

3D CAD modeling

Job description

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world. At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business. Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world‑class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business. To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube

Job Description As a key member of Amcor's Rigid Packaging Solutions North America Research & Development team, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of packaging innovation. This position leads the technical execution of new product development projects from early-stage research and concept development through commercialization. Working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and business teams, you will drive innovative solutions while managing project scope, performance requirements, timelines, budgets, and successful market implementation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all stages of product innovation projects, which include scoping, ideation, proof of concept, proof of principle, business case, implementation, and commercialization.
• Utilize the model shop and 3D printing resources to drive prototype design and development.
• Work with the pilot plant on installation and start-up of new/prototype molds or tooling.
• Demonstrate strong project leadership through data-driven decision-making, effective risk management, and disciplined execution to achieve project objectives within established timelines and budgets.
• Responsible for reporting deviations on time, cost, and deliverable project components to senior management as project progresses.
• Ensure compliance with Amcor policies, applicable industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Comply with and promote all company Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), regulatory, and Department of Health requirements Authorities Lead assigned projects to achieve intended business and technical outcomes.
• Recommend project funding and resource requirements.
• Influence project team behaviors and decisions necessary to achieve project objectives.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (related field) or equivalent experience required.
• Advanced technical degree preferred.
• Practical: Minimum of four (4) years of relevant engineering experience in manufacturing and product innovation.
• Experience with 2D design and 3D CAD modeling programs.
• Prior experience working in a packaging development and innovation environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required to support data driven project management.
• Demonstrated commitment to Amcor values, ethical standards, safety requirements, and company policies.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and successfully manage multiple concurrent assignments.
• Demonstrated creativity and innovative problem-solving skills with a strong focus on achieving measurable business outcomes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage employees, technical teams, operations personnel, and leadership.
• Ability to complete / maintain required Training and Certifications to safely work within lab or production facilities including but not limited to Arc Flash, Fall Protection, equipment specific training, and basic hand tools/inspection processes.
• Ability to travel as needed (up to 20% as needed).

Physical Considerations (Based on Production Environment Risks)

• Hearing ability sufficient to recognize and respond to shouted warnings, alarms and horns on forklifts.
• Sufficient physicality to traverse obstacles while maintaining balance.
• Able to use both hands for effective manipulation of tools/parts.
• Ability to work at heights (with or without fall protection).
• Ability to lift 35 lbs. a minimum of 10 times a day.
• Sufficient vision to safely traverse industrial or lab environments.
• Able to see and identify colors.
• Must not be at risk of sudden alterations in consciousness.

Our Expectations We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when: Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees.
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location.
• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval).
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date).

About Amcor Amcor is the global leader in developing and producing responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty and wellness categories. Our global product innovation and sustainability expertise enables us to solve packaging challenges around the world every day, producing a range of flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons and closures that are more sustainable, functional and appealing for our customers and their consumers. We are guided by our purpose of elevating customers, shaping lives and protecting the future. Supported by a commitment to safety, over 75,000 people generate $23 billion in annualized sales from operations that span over 400 locations in more than 40 countries. NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC www.amcor.com|LinkedIn|YouTube Amcor is committed to providing a secure and reliable experience for all job seekers.