R&D Product Development Senior Engineer – Snacks
| Company | PepsiCo |
|---|---|
| Location | Plano, TX, USA |
| Salary | $76400 – $127850 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- M.Sc., Ph.D or B.Sc. degree in Chemical, Food Processing or Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years of experience in R&D Food Industry.
- Bachelors 3+ years experience in R&D Food Industry needed.
- Masters 1-2 years experience in R&D Food Industry needed.
- PhD 0-1 years experience in R&D Food Industry needed.
- Knowledge of ingredient functionality & formulation chemistry, and demonstration of product innovation.
- Strong leadership and collaboration skills.
- Creative and innovative problem-solving skills.
- Solid communication skills, written and verbal.
- Ability and interest to work in laboratory, pilot plant and manufacturing scale environments.
- Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment as well as manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong organization, documentation, and formula management skills.
Responsibilities
- Work effectively & in collaboration with cross-functional (Brand/Innovation Marketing, Insights, Engineering and Operations (including 3PM) and R&D discipline partners to deliver innovative consumer winning propositions.
- Qualify ingredients, validate formulations in process and with consumers and/or develop specifications for new product launch or product improvements.
- Support the expansion of the innovation portfolio through a partnership with external (3PM) vendors to drive formulation development, complete capability/consumer testing, and ensure PepsiCo quality standards are upheld.
- Leverage data-driven product and process design including the application of consumer product testing, sensory, and analytical data to ensure excellent product launches.
- Apply Technical & Business Governance processes effectively from the pre-feasibility stage through to scale-up & post launch support.
- Technical and business risk assessment/perspectives and mitigation plans related to new product development.
- Engage the support of internal subject matter experts & team as needed.
- Provide updates to key R&D and cross-functional leadership.
- Up to 20-40% travel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred Bar, Granola, and cold-forming technology experience.