Ph2Associate RD Specialist Packaging - Material Characterization /h2pThe Nestlé Product Technology Centre Coffee (NPTC Coffee) is the leading RD organization that discovers, develops and deploys coffee and beverage products and technologies for in-home and out-of-home consumption. It consists of units in Konolfingen (CH), Marysville (USA), Orbe (CH) and Singapore and provides new products and processes to all Nestlé markets worldwide. /ppOur mission - to delight the consumer wherever, whenever, however by delivering moments of genuine pleasure and indulgence - drives the need for us to attract, select and develop the right people for the right jobs throughout the value chain of our business. /ph2Position Summary /h2pAs an Associate RD Specialist Packaging - Material Characterization you will be responsible for supporting Packaging Project Managers in the area of coffee systems, in characterizing materials - mechanical, thermal, and gas‑barrier properties - to define interactions between capsules, pods, and coffee machines. You will develop and adapt advanced tools with a strong focus on digitalization to accelerate development processes. In this role, you will build expertise in paper‑based materials, aluminium, and plastics. /ph2A Day in the Life of an Associate RD Specialist Packaging - Material Characterization /h2ulliLeverage material characterization methods to define packaging properties and specifications for capsules and pods /liliPropose innovative material, design, and characterization concepts with the NPTC methods team /liliBuild, document, and share material knowledge across packaging teams /liliSupport digital transformation of characterization processes to accelerate development /liliDefine Design of Experiments to meet project deliverables /liliSupport Project Managers and deliver results aligned with project timelines /liliPresent methods and results clearly to stakeholders and visitors /liliSupport internal and external networks to secure IP, transfer knowledge, and apply SHE rules /li /ulh2What will make you successful /h2ulliMaster’s degree in Material Science or Mechanical Engineering /liliProven experience working in an RD environment /liliProficiency in 3D CAD and Finite Element Analysis tools /liliStrong understanding of mechanical and thermal material properties /liliDigitally savvy, including mastery of AI tools and ability to program in Python /liliStrong innovation mindset /liliExcellent problem‑solving and solution‑oriented approach /liliGood command of English (spoken and written) /li /ulpNestlé is committed to the accessibility of its recruitment process. If you require an adaptation during the recruitment process, please do let us know so we can support you effectively. All information will be treated confidentially. /ppAt Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering a diverse, friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment, that creates positive disruption, embraces innovation, and empowers people and teams to win. We aim to hire friendly, respectful, inspiring people who care about the people’s lives that we touch every single day. /ppBe a force for good. Join Nestlé and visit us on. /p /p