Research & Development Engineer

, SC, United States

Research & Development Engineer page is loaded Research & Development Engineer Apply remote type Hybrid locations Hartsville, SC, USA time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR-126228 Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Research & Development as an R&D Engineer, you will drive technical programs focused on development of new flexible packaging products and/or technologies. In this role, you will lead all development and technical activities for assigned projects, delivering new packaging solutions to many of the world’s most recognized brands. This position is located at our corporate headquarters in Hartsville, SC. This is a progression position and level will be based on candidate experience and business needs. What you'll be doing: Working closely with key stakeholders to understand technical targets for new product developments.

Leading technical activities to develop new flexible packaging structures, capabilities, or technology advancements.

Translating market requirements into Sonoco specifications and designing products that meet these requirements.

Developing and leading pilot, production, and filling/packaging trials.

Interacting with business leaders and customers to discuss development activities and needs.

Coordinating activities to accomplish tasks using available internal and external resources.

Maintaining knowledge of latest material and process developments that can be leveraged and shared within the business.

Building subject matter expertise for key focus areas and acting as a consultant within the business for these areas.

Preparing written and verbal presentations, project plans, updates, and reports for internal and external use.

Travel to suppliers, customers, conferences, and other innovation partners

Collaborate with marketing, supply management, engineering, sustainability, and other functions to identify needs and solutions

This role is located at our Corporate Headquarters in beautiful Hartsville, SC and close to exciting destinations. (Myrtle Beach, SC Charleston, SC, Columbia, SC and Charlotte, NC) We'd love to hear from you if: Education: Bachelor of Science, preferably in Engineering, Science, Packaging, or Plastics related field required

Experience: 5-10 years in a Product Development or Manufacturing role. Preferred manufacturing processes include blown film production, extrusion coating and laminating, printing (roto/flexo), pouching and form/fill/seal conversion.

Material science (OPP, PET, PE, Nylon, paper, and foil) knowledge

New product development, packaging applications,

Project management - Multitasking, prioritization, time and budget management, planning and executing

Technical writing & oral communication

Blown film production

Extrusion coating and extrusion lamination

Retail confection, bakery, snack, coffee, frozen food, beverage, thermally processed, or personal care markets would be a plus.

Compensation:  The annual base salary range for the Research & Development Engineer II role is from $72,975 to $87570. The annual base salary range for the Research & Development Engineer III role is from $89,925 to $107,910. The annual base salary range for the Research & Development Engineer IV role is from $104,325 to $125,190. We care about the health and wellness of you and your family. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that makes it easier to manage your health and provide financial security for you and your family. In addition, we offer competitive wages and retirement plans.  Apply today and help us grow stronger. For more information, visit www.sonoco.com/careers At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits:

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services

Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family

Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.

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