Application Engineer (Packaging, EMEA)

Job summary

An experienced Application Engineer is sought to join a Flexible Packaging team in the EMEA region. This role involves collaborating with customers and internal teams to develop effective packaging solutions that address specific challenges in the Meat and Cheese markets.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in application engineering, technical sales, or related fields within flexible packaging for Meat and Dairy.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials and customer manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to identify customer needs and develop practical solutions.
• Excellent project management, problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a cross-functional, international setting.
• Willingness to travel over 50%.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert for packaging applications in the Meat and Cheese sectors across EMEA.
• Assist customers with product selection, application optimization, and commercialization.
• Collaborate with R&D and Product Management on product enhancements and new developments.
• Work with Sales and Field Technical Service to resolve complex application issues.
• Lead product qualifications, trials, and scale-ups at customer locations.
• Conduct evaluations on packaging lines, shelf-life, and performance to demonstrate customer value.
• Gather customer and market insights to identify innovation opportunities and competitive trends.
• Share knowledge internally to enhance application capabilities within the organization.

Skills

• Customer-focused and solution-oriented mindset.
• Proactive, curious, and hands-on approach.
• Ability to build trust quickly as a credible technical partner.
• Organized and pragmatic with the capability to manage multiple priorities.

Education

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in a related field is preferred.

Tools

• Familiarity with packaging technologies and market trends in the flexible packaging industry.