Senior Packaging Engineer R&D (d / f / m)

About this Position You are responsible for executing and delivering a full packaging development service to relevant stakeholders within R&D and the business.

What you’ll do

• Be part of our Henkel Consumer Brands Packaging EU Team
• Drive new packaging development projects from concept to implementation.
• Ensure fulfillment of performance, quality and cost packages requirements
• Keep abreast of and actively search for packaging trends and relevant new technology/materials that may lead to a competitive advantage.
• Ensure circular economy target achievement
• Execute process developments necessary to support cross-functional teams to achieve the completion of new technology and innovations
• Ensure that all new packages meet international recycling, health and safety requirements and other regulations
• Assure packaging technology state of the art through patent protection of all new developments and technologies
• Understand requirements in the field of Sustainability e.g. by EU‑PPWR and ensure the compliancy of packaging to new regulations.

What makes you a good fit

• Master Degree in Packaging/Chemical/Mechanical/Biochemical Engineering or comparable degree
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a packaging role within FMCG or similar industry.
• Passion for packaging to contribute to a great consumer experience and create strong brands through innovation.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, attention to detail and eager to learn.
• Self‑motivated, creative, and an open‑minded team‑player.
• Skilled communicator who listens carefully and consistently converts feedback into effective action.
• Fluency in English & German is mandatory.

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender‑neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Company Pension Plan 100% financed by Henkel
• MEGA Preventive Health Insurance
• CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance
• Mobility offer: My Henkel Bike and Jobticket

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on‑site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.