Packaging Engineer

Our client: (large publicly traded chemical company) is looking for a Packaging Engineer to support their Texas operations. The Packaging Engineer will be responsible for managing key projects involving the design, development, manufacturing, testing, sales / marketing of engineered plastics products that are utilized in the food and beverage space. Candidate will manage and organize internal and external teams for new product development and frequently interact with the Director of Sales / Marketing, Director of Quality, Director of Engineering and external clients. This role requires relocation to Texas. Relocation assistance will be provided. Requirements and responsibilities: BS in Packaging Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or Polymer Science.3 plus years of experience in plastics, plastics compounding, food grade packaging. Ability to lead the sales / market development effort and bring new products from concept through commercialization. Experience setting up and running food stability studies. Actively participates in assigned project teams. Acquires product information through market research and regional input to assure projects meet the needs of the intended markets. Identifies market trends, issues and competitive environment and forms strategic plans for product brand or sub-segment. Leads the effort to initiate new product strategies in the form of supporting existing brands and/or sub-segment and creating new products. Evaluates the needs of product marketing and sales personnel on a global basis and initiates strategies that meet regional and worldwide requirements. Works across multiple internal and external groups such as design, packaging and labeling, regulatory claims, advertising, sales force education. Experience in food packaging and working in a highly regulated manufacturing environment is a plus. Certification in PMP and MCPM would be helpful, but is not required.