Associate Engineer (R&D) - Fragrance Delivery Technologies

About the role

As an Associate Engineer within the Delivery Processing R&D organization, you will help develop, pilot validate, scale up and commercialize innovative fragrance delivery technologies in Benicarló. The role focuses on process engineering, pilot plant execution, experimental trials, data collection and technology transfer from laboratory to pilot and manufacturing scale. It suits an early-career engineer interested in chemical process development, unit operations, scale-up and industrial problem solving.

Key responsibilities

• Run laboratory, pilot plant and manufacturing-support trials for Delivery Systems technologies following approved protocols and safety requirements.
• Contribute to scale-up from bench to pilot and production, including preparation, execution, sampling, data capture and post-trial analysis.
• Collect, organize and analyze process data such as conditions, yield, quality indicators, material balances and critical observations.
• Prepare technical summaries, trial reports, batch records, operating procedures and supporting documentation.
• Assist with troubleshooting, root-cause analysis and continuous improvement with scientists, engineers and manufacturing teams.
• Support technology transfer to internal manufacturing sites and external toll manufacturers, including documentation and on-site trial guidance.
• Take part in process safety reviews, risk assessments, equipment evaluations and operational readiness.
• Partner with R&D, Operations, Engineering, Quality, EHS, Procurement and Commercial teams.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and communicate results, issues and next steps; up to 10% travel to global sites, pilot facilities and external manufacturers.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Typically 0-3 years of relevant industrial, manufacturing, pilot plant, internship, research or experimental experience.
• Fluency in English; applications must be submitted in English.
• Ability to work safely in laboratory, pilot plant and manufacturing environments and in multidisciplinary, international teams.

Required skills

• Basic understanding of chemical process operations, unit operations, pilot-scale experimentation and data interpretation.
• Good written and verbal communication and documentation skills.
• Learning agility and ability to balance teamwork, communication, analysis and execution.
• Nice to have: experience in chemical, fragrance, flavor, food, pharmaceutical or consumer products manufacturing; exposure to scale-up, pilot plants, process validation, batch manufacturing or technology transfer; knowledge of data analysis tools or statistical thinking; interest in encapsulation, microencapsulation or controlled release.

What we offer

• Medical coverage for you, with optional family coverage.
• Pension plan.
• Life and accident/disability insurance.
• Benefits Club with discounts and savings.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).