Product Development Engineer

Role Overview The Product Development Engineer will develop troubleshoot and commercialize formulations of shelf stable food products using thermal processing retort technology Lead product improvement projects provide technical data and maintain document systems The ideal candidate should have a strong experience in R D Food Process Engineering principles Design of Experiments Methodology Food Chemistry and Culinary Science to be successful in this role Key Responsibilities Develop formulations of shelf stable products from concept to formulation sample prototypes heat penetration studies operations trials and product launches Provide hands-on leadership mentoring and management to Retort Operators Thermal Processing Technicians and Retort Supervisors including headcount analysis scheduling and training Complete record review and process deviation analysis for all retort operations in compliance with FSSAI regulations Conduct and evaluate temperature distribution studies and heat penetration studies Maintain accurate records and documentation of testing validations and other relevant information Review and develop thermal processing procedures including time and temperature profiles to ensure the safety and quality of food products Collaborate with customers and regulatory personnel during visits inspections and audits Serve as subject matter expert and provide technical assistance to optimize thermal processes and resolve issues Monitor trending ingredients products packaging and processes Provide recommendations formulations and solutions that drive innovation to keep the product lines relevant in the market Generate technical information such as nutrition panels ingredient statements labels and or specifications Organize product evaluations for competitive analysis customer presentations and cross-training Lead and or assist in shelf-life trial design evaluations recommendations and reporting Maintain updated documents and records in accordance to Food Safety and Quality of Food Standards Work as a team and be committed to the overall objectives of the company Other duties as deemed necessary Key Requirements Minimum 2 two years of proven R D experience in thermal processing retort technology is must Full product development life cycle in a food beverage science and or culinary field from concept to prototype to optimization to commercialization and within time and budget constraints Solid expertise in manufacturing tests and guiding teams through pilot plant trials to market test start-ups to full production launches Deep knowledge of food ingredients functionality applications low-risk alternatives and cost-effective solutions Strong analytical skills self-motivated and results-oriented Proficient in MS Office Well organized in work and have a systematic approach to problem-solving Having an open and objective mindset when addressing issues and or offering solutions Ability to prioritize work well and have good decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment Job Type Full-time Pay 240 000 00 - 360 000 00 per year Ability to commute relocate Salem Tamil Nadu Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work Required Education Bachelor s Required Experience Thermal Processing 2 years Required Retort Operations 2 years Required Food Scientist R D 2 years Required Language English Required Shift availability Day Shift Required Work Location In person