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our product portfolio, which includes 22 of the world's most iconic brands, such as sabritas, gamesa, quaker, pepsi, gatorade and sonrics, has been a part of mexican homes for more than 116 years.
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responsibilities
the opportunity
the r&d product developer engineer is responsible for supporting innovation, productivity, brand maintenance, and portfolio transformation projects, working closely with cross-functional teams in mexico and latam to develop and implement key initiatives in line with strategic plans, ensuring business growth. This is achieved through the execution of projects involving prototypes, laboratory testing, pilot plant trials, as well as the delivery of required documentation and flawless project execution.
your impact
as r&d product developer engineer your responsibilities would consist of:
* lead and support innovation, productivity, brand maintenance, and portfolio transformation projects within the foods category.
* ensure flawless execution of projects across mexico and latam regions, from lab to market implementation.
* translate business needs and consumer insights into product concepts and solutions.
* apply food science knowledge to design, formulate, and improve products.
* develop prototypes and conduct lab, pilot plant, and scale-up trials.
* collaborate with cross-functional teams including r&d, marketing, supply chain, operations, and quality.
* prepare cost and material usage analyses to support profitable product development.
* support analytical, microbiological, consumer, and shelf-life testing to validate product performance.
* ensure compliance with nutrition, quality, and regulatory requirements in each market.
* deliver technical documentation and support projects through the full development cycle, from concept to launch.
qualifications
who are we looking for?
* education : bachelor's degree in food engineering, food chemistry, food technology, process engineering, industrial engineering, chemical engineering, food science, or related fields.
* experience : 1–2 years of hands-on experience in r&d within the food industry, laboratory, or pilot plant environments.
* languages : advanced english and spanish, required for collaboration with global and regional teams.
* comfortable working in laboratories, pilot plants, and industrial facilities.
* fast learner with exposure to research, development, or innovation projects, combining creativity, technical knowledge, and business understanding.
* proactive, results-driven, and capable of balancing multiple projects while maintaining focus and momentum.
* reliable, responsible, resilient, and self-driven, with the ability to thrive in a fast-changing and complex environment.
* willingness to travel to support plant trials, start-ups, and on-site implementations.
if this is an opportunity that interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements.
what can you expect from us:
* opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs.
* internal digital platforms that promote self-learning.
* development programs according to leadership skills.
* specialized training according to the role.
* learning experiences with internal and external providers.
* we love to celebrate success, which is why we have recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others.
* financial wellness programs that will help you reach your goals in all stages of life.
* a flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life, adapting your working day to your lifestyle.
* and because your family is also important to us, they can also enjoy benefits such as our wellness line, thousands of agreements and discounts, scholarship programs for your children, aid plans for different moments of life, among others.
we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We respect and value diversity as a work force and innovation for the organization.
seniority level
* seniority level
associate
employment type
* employment type
full-time
job function
* job function
engineering, research, and business development
* industries
food and beverage services
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