R&D Eng Assoc Engineer

Responsibilities

• Batching process includes lifting/carrying of ingredients (50lbs) and utensil's
• Review and learning the Standard Operating Procedures for equipment or processing lines to independently operate
• Provide hands on support for planning, scheduling, execution, and documentation of Technical Center, concentrate and bottling scale-ups, plant trials and capability assessments.
• Determine theoretical calculation & execute experiments as needed for point of failures in process and formulation limitations
• Assist in the development experiments with CE/PE/PD team
• Support the definition of scope, project goals, and success criteria
• Clearly communicate project status, risks, and scope creep
• Execute pilot plant Concentrate and Beverage production trials
• Interface with other key R&D functions (product development, micro, analytical, pilot and manufacturing plant personnel)
• Complete Beverage and Concentrate Documentation to highest standards
• Communication concise, clear, and timely
• Test new raw materials for manufacturability impact on concentrate & beverage
• Adhere to innovation stage gate requirements

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $70,700 - $118,400.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

• Bachelor's Degree: Chemical or Food Engineering a must
• 1-3 years' experience preferred
• Liquid process design knowledge
• Knowledge of design engineering, particularly in food science, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, sanitary piping practices and process and instrumentation diagrams
• Experience in a consumer products research & development function desirable
• Experience with development or manufacture of ready to serve beverages desirable
• Background in commercialization of new products with CPG company a strong plus

• Organization, negotiation, coordination, and presentation skills
• Technical knowledge of unit operations used in processing of food /beverage products
• Ability to communicate effectively over the phone, online, and in person
• Laboratory and pilot processing equipment "hands on know-how"
• Teamwork: Ability to manage multiple priorities, think on their feet, and execute with speed
• Initiative and follow through:
• Independent decision maker in a fast paced and demanding environment
• Demonstrated self-confidence and communication skills with a multiple organizational levels and variety of groups, both domestically and internationally
• Skilled in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Word and MS Project a plus

• Innovative/Creative
• Excellent communication skills
• Professional maturity
• High energy
• Assertive
• Team player (good interpersonal skills, able to inspire/lead others)
• Positive, "can do" attitude