Job DescriptionThe AFC&D Division has an immediate need for a Product Development Engineer/Scientist to support our converter customers in the Product Applications team. The level of the position (Product Development Engineer or Senior Product Development Engineer) will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, technical expertise, and demonstrated capabilities.
This role is responsible for supporting commercial efforts through product recommendations, design, and cost out initiatives. The successful candidate will lead solution development, manufacturing scale-up, and commercialization activities while collaborating across R&D, Product Management, Commercial, Operations, Supply Chain, and external customers. The ability to build strong customer relationships is key to this role.
This is an excellent opportunity for engineers or scientists who enjoy working in a highly collaborative environment and delivering customer solutions in a variety of applications.
Primary Job FunctionsAs a member of the Product Applications team, the responsibilities include:
- Work directly with customers to foster positive relationships to drive growth and profit.
- Collaborate with internal technical teams, manufacturing, suppliers, customers, and commercial partners to identify product requirements and develop innovative solutions.
- Translate customer and market needs into technical product specifications.
- Partner with manufacturing teams to optimize products for efficient production and successful commercialization.
- Prepare Bills of Material (BOMs), technical documentation, and commercialization packages.
- Support project management activities using the Stage Gate Process, ensuring milestones, timelines, and deliverables are achieved.
- Interact with raw material suppliers to stay current with polymer systems, functional additives, physical property testing techniques, and various packaging and manufacturing equipment.
- Assess current products and product lines for increasing sustainability across Amcor, which may include, downgauging, carbon emission reduction, recycled content and renewable or compostable materials.
- Lead cost out initiatives while working with the customers, operations, and procurement teams to deliver financial objectives for the division.
- Effectively communicate technical findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline.
- 3+ years of experience in product development, process engineering, manufacturing engineering, materials engineering, or a related technical field.
- Experience working with polymer materials, film products, extrusion technologies, or similar manufacturing processes.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple technical projects simultaneously.
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across cross-functional teams.
- Willingness to travel approximately 30-50%.
Qualifications Preferred- Experience with coextruded blown or cast film development.
- Knowledge of flexible packaging materials and resin systems.
- Experience with continuous web manufacturing processes.
- Experience with Six Sigma or structured problem-solving methodologies.
- Experience supporting product commercialization and manufacturing scale-up.
Experience LevelWe welcome candidates with a broad range of relevant experience. The position title and level will be aligned with the selected candidate's qualifications, technical expertise, and demonstrated ability to contribute to the Product Applications team.
Success Factors- Customer focused mindset.
- Strong technical and analytical capability.
- Effective project management skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands.
- Collaborative approach to solving technical challenges.
- Initiative and accountability for delivering results.
Working Conditions- Approximately 60-70% office/project work and 30-40% manufacturing environment or customer location.
- Travel approximately 30-50%.
Additional Expectations- Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
- Maintain a strong commitment to safety in all work activities.
- Demonstrate teamwork, integrity, and professionalism.
- Support the organization's R&D strategy through technical excellence and collaboration.
BenefitsWhen you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:
- 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)
