Global R&D Packaging Sustainability Senior Engineer

Job description

Overview

PepsiCo is looking for R&D Packaging Sustainability Senior Engineer to join in Leicester, UK. 

 

In this role you will be working with various (internal and external) stakeholders on strategic packaging sustainability projects & programs assigned to deliver results as defined by the PEP Positive (PEP+) agenda in the markets assigned. You will work with Sector Foods Packaging Development & Global Materials teams to identify and define implementation of solutions to suit the business needs and ensure implementation of our sustainability pledges.

The role further advances our PEP + agenda locally by identifying and testing possible longer-term opportunities to enable our PEP + 2030 goals of plastic reduction per serve, GHG (Green House Gas) reduction.

This role will be responsible for leading and driving agendas across:

·  RBCR by Design materials across sector of influence
·  Drive Technical Project work related to Packaging Sustainability (i.e. circularity of flexible packaging)
·  Assessing for EOL (End of Life) solutions for flexible packaging/ other packaging materials across the sector
·  Support the discovery of new global technologies and materials to deliver differentiated packaging solutions to drive our sustainability and innovation program.
·  Providing Technical expertise on Packaging Sustainability to our internal stakeholders (Office of Sustainability, Procurement and Bus)
·  Nurture and Champion technologies development and partnerships with industry partners to accelerate our agenda.

RBCR – Recyclable Compostable Biodegradable Reusable as per PEP definitions

 

Responsibilities

·  Drive technical project work and execute of the packaging sustainability projects execute activities and report on progress
·  Lead development of testing and results to enable technical advocacy for PEP with the likes of Regulators/ Industry bodies
·  Subject Matter Expert in Sustainability taskforces
·  Track/keep updated on the local regulation/ industry movement across packaging sustainability with an aim to influence/aid decision making on packaging specifications.
·  Operate & Enable early stage screening LCA
·  Technical Engagement with external sustainability consortia in chosen EU markets.
·  Identify the technologies or material of focus for our pipeline.
Qualifications

·  Proven understanding of Packaging Sustainability, Global trends in the space and regulatory aspects
·  In depth understanding of various packaging materials, machinery, converting technologies, technical costing models, material chemistry.
·  Proactive and innovative approach to problem solving and new design implementation.
·  Excellent communication, interpersonal, influencing and persuasion skills in a multi-cultural environment.
·  Demonstrated technical, analytical and project management skills, with the ability to plan and prioritize workloads.
·  Demonstrated self-starter
·  BE Eng or BSc in Chemical Engineering with Packaging Qualification a distinct advantage