Development Engineer Sustainable Materials

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day. And we need people like you to make it happen.
Job Summary
To lead the sustainable transformation is one pillar of Tetra Pak’s strategy and the Material Solutions team within the Development & Technology organization, is looking into new technologies to build the next generation of sustainable packaging materials. Identify and define material properties and define the architecture for the future packaging material is the core of future material developments.
We are looking for a new colleague, a senior Development Engineer, who wants to be part of the team of Next generation & sustainable material and drive the development of tomorrows sustainable packaging material solutions!
This is a permanent position located in Lund, Sweden but you will work in a global arena. Some travelling is required.
What you will do
In the team Next generation & Sustainable material, we have the responsibility to scout for new technologies, drive technical studies and supplier collaborations. We also develop technologies and products within the field of sustainable materials and converting, to be used for the packaging material that our packages are made of.
In this role as Development engineer, you will work with material design which is a key competence area within Tetra Pak.
As our new colleague, you will:
Drive the development of material solutions in early development as well as in product development activities close to market.
Be part of a cross-functional Scrum team and work closely with labs, converting factories and specialists.
You will drive technical studies and supplier collaborations.
Independently, as well as with your colleagues, build knowledge, solve problems, and verify solutions.
Coach, inspire and share technical knowledge with your colleagues

We believe you have
Educational background with a Master of Science in Engineering related to materials.
At least 5-10 years of working experience within material or packaging development.
Very good command of English, both written and verbal is a must
Skills and experiences within project management and the agile way of working is a plus.

As a person you are, at heart, curious, passionate, and dedicated to developing tomorrows sustainable packaging material solutions. You are good at figuring out how to get things done and how to organise activities. We think that you have a natural drive for problem solving and have the ability to deliver desirable results. You are an independent, but collaborative and communicative person who easily builds and maintains successful relations with your colleagues, important stakeholders and external partners.
Furthermore, you can adjust to the situation and comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. In addition, you have the interest and ability to handle the big picture in deliverables at the same time as being interested in technical details.
We Offer You
A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

Apply Now
If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/.
This job posting expires on 2022-06-19
To know more about the position contact Kristina Juuso Brylander at +46 46 36 2975
Questions about your application contact Sara Johannesson at +46 46 36 2964
For trade union information contact Sveriges Ingenjörer Lars Haraldsson at +46 46 36 2533 and Unionen Lisbeth Larsson at +46 46 36 2320.