Research & Development Industrial Placement - Global Process - Global Process- Flavour & Seasoning

You’ve learned a lot as a student already. Want to put it into practice at Pepsi Co?

Our placement programmes are structured to give you the chance to make an impact on some of the world’s biggest brands. From day one, you’ll be working on projects that matter. You will shake things up, shape trends, and get guidance and development to help you discover your potential.

We are looking for enthusiastic undergraduates to join our R&D teams on a 12-month placement programme starting in July 2027 on a full-time basis.

Innovation takes centre stage at Pepsi Co! That means our Global R&D team are at the heart of the action and are kept busy creating the products of the future, for our global consumers. In a fast-paced consumer environment, our research and development capability is crucial to provide a fresh twist to our favourite brands as well as creating new to the world healthy choices that we need to succeed in the market.

Our research and development focusses on building a consumer-centric understanding, enabling us to design products for the latest consumer needs - whether nutrition, refreshment, or indulgence – driving our growth both now and in the future.

You’ll have lots of autonomy where your decisions will really make a difference to our business and in return, you’ll have the chance to develop your skills and experience in a fast paced, energetic environment.

The Global Flavour & Seasonings Process Capabilities team is responsible for the development and improvement of seasoning delivery process technologies across Pepsi Co global foods portfolio. In this role, you’ll work at the intersection of food innovation, engineering and data science, helping to solve real-world manufacturing challenges, develop scalable process solutions to make our processes more efficient, robust and future-ready.

What will you be doing?

• Lead and execute experimental trials at both bench and pilot scale to build insights to support development and implementation of new processing technologies.
• Apply scale up or scale down fundamentals to ensure results obtained from experimental studies are transferrable to our processes at commercial scale.
• Leverage AI, machine learning, and statistical tools to generate insights and support decision-making.
• Develop technical solutions for process and/or mechanical engineering projects, collaborating with internal teams and external experts.
• Maintain a safe and organized environment in the pilot plant during periods of high activity, including working with pilot plant team to ensure a seamless supply of raw materials and services.
• Participate in process and machinery safety assessment of projects.
• Working globally with Research Institutes, Consultancies and Suppliers, to build new technology for Pepsi Co based on leading edge scientific knowledge.

What we are looking for:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other relevant engineering disciplines.
• Technical curiosity and interest in working in an R&D environment, learning new scientific and engineering concepts to solve real-world manufacturing challenges.
• Interest in hands-on experimental work, including at bench-scale and pilot-scale.
• Ability to manage tasks independently while working as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain ideas clearly in written and oral form.
• Great team player, able to collaborate with people from different technical backgrounds.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and responsible ways of working.

What else do you need to know?

Our placements start in July 2027 on a full-time basis and will last for 12 months. The salary is £26,600.

• Vibrant culture
• Development and…