Product and Process Development Engineer

Position Summary

Reporting to the Research and Development (R&D) Director for Industrials Solutions Development, the individual is responsible for driving the R&D mission, which includes the development and timely delivery of innovative, sustainable, robust, and cost‑effective product solutions, aligned with the corporate strategy.

• Drive and execute new product development projects for Industrials applications via innovative polymer/material formulations and product feature creation to maximize customer and end‑user delight.
• Discover and explore new business, unmet market needs, and technology opportunities in partnership with business teams, technical experts, and leadership.
• Develop and leverage external partnerships (materials suppliers, OEMs, universities) to monitor the state of the art and use these relationships to drive innovation.
• Design and execute formulation and processing trials (lab, pilot, and production scale); align with other functions for testing, communicate with the appropriate operational personnel, and present results to project teams and management.
• Effectively lead cross‑functional teams of technicians and engineers throughout the product development lifecycle; manage trial logistics and budgets.
• Identify and pursue potential IP opportunities.
• Support business, supply chain, and quality teams to resolve quality issues and other maintenance activities.
• Monitor competitive and regulatory landscape and make proactive recommendations to stay ahead of the curve.
• Identify and pursue potential environmental sustainability opportunities.
• Partner with the project‑management team for monthly reporting, project expense tracking, timeline development, and adherence.
• Incorporate principles of Design for Manufacturing to new product development and transition new product and process technology to the supply‑chain organization in a timely and collaborative fashion.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively in a cross‑functional organization on innovation projects, using strong presentation skills to present technical information to diverse audiences and connect technical concepts to business outcomes.

• BS, MS, or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science & Engineering, or Materials Engineering.
• 3–6 years of industrial and/or research and development experience in polymer processing, development of polymeric materials, or polymer and ink chemistry (preferred).

• Solid understanding of the structure‑process‑performance relation of polymeric materials and working knowledge of polymer processing (extrusion, flexographic printing process, and related materials).
• Strong presentation skills, including the ability to simplify technical concepts for a non‑technical audience.
• Evidence of good judgment and decision‑making skills, including in complex situations where complete clarity is not available.
• Creative and resourceful, pulling together the necessary tools, equipment, and people to get the job done.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Flexible to travel domestically and internationally, at least 20%.
• Project‑management experience and ability to lead cross‑functional teams.
• Track record of product development is a plus.

Salary Range: $81,900 - $141,335. Offers within this range are determined by relevant factors, including education, experience, and internal alignment. The position may also be eligible for annual performance bonuses and other incentive programs. Sealed Air offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits designed to promote well‑being.

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.