Junior Packaging Engineer (R&D) – Temporary

Location: Folkestone – Hybrid Working available.
Hours: 39 hours per week
Contract: Temporary Ongoing

We are looking for a Junior Packaging Engineer to join our clients R&D team on a temporary basis. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or someone working towards a degree who is looking to gain hands-on experience in an FMCG and R&D environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support packaging development and optimisation for new and existing products
• Lead Value Engineering (G2G) projects with support from senior stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on packaging specifications and sustainability initiatives
• Manage technical documentation and liaise with packaging suppliers
• Participate in agile investigations and problem-solving activities
• Lead and support packaging trials where required

About You

• Degree (or working towards) in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or similar (desirable)
• Previous experience (placements or internships included) in R&D, packaging, manufacturing, or FMCG (advantageous)
• Understanding of packaging materials, specifications, and basic testing methods
• Exposure to value engineering, cost optimisation, or sustainability projects is a plus
• Confident, organised, and comfortable working with technical documentation and suppliers

This is a great opportunity to develop your technical skills and gain practical industry experience within a supportive R&D team.