Research and Development Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and formulate new beverage and liquid products based on market trends
• Improve existing formulations to enhance taste, quality, and nutritional value
• Lead sugar reduction initiatives using alternative sweeteners
• Develop formulations incorporating functional ingredients like vitamins and proteins
• Conduct laboratory trials, bench-top formulations, and pilot-scale testing
• Lead factory scale-up activities and support transition to commercial production
• Evaluate thermal processing methods including pasteurization
• Select and evaluate raw materials and identify suitable alternatives
• Provide technical support during new product launches and production trials
• Train production teams on processing requirements
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues such as sedimentation and phase separation
• Work with Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with food safety standards
• Conduct shelf-life studies and maintain technical documentation

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or Biotechnology
• 5+ years of R&D experience in the Beverage or Liquid Food Manufacturing industry
• Proven experience in beverage formulation and product development
• Strong knowledge of functional ingredients and liquid stability
• Demonstrated experience in sugar reduction projects and alternative sweeteners
• Experience with pilot plant trials and factory-scale production
• Understanding of pasteurization, beverage processing, and food safety standards
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in juice, flavored beverages, dairy beverages, or functional drinks
• Exposure to cost optimization and product reformulation projects
• Familiarity with international food safety and quality management systems