Principal Accountabilities

About the Position

We are seeking a Principal Accountabilities for PepsiCo's global beverage & ingredient processing innovation to develop new process technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop research program project plans, including project scope, design basis, success criteria, timelines, resources needs, critical assumptions, and potential issues for new technologies and/or participate on teams for same within the filling, gassing, mixing, processing/preserving and sanitation/cleaning areas of beverage production.
• Manage research projects workstreams and/or individual projects, participate on technical teams on broader scope projects across multiple internal functions (R&D, Supply Chain, Procurement, etc) and external partners.
• Utilizes in-depth knowledge and advanced problem-solving skills and an awareness of PepsiCo priorities to achieve stated results.
• Design laboratory, pilot, and manufacturing plant testing; following good scientific protocol, controlling for extraneous variables and other experimental biases.
• Collect data and analyze using statistical methods.
• Interpret data and observations, and correlate with plant level processing conditions.
• Write analysis reports, and make recommendations that balance/optimize product quality, operating costs and capital cost considerations.
• Develop and prepare conceptual engineering designs, project definitions, design basis, cost estimates, success criteria, factory acceptance tests; aid in preparing commissioning/start-up plans and schedules.
• Contribute to multi-functional teams within R&D.
• Demonstrate thought leadership and influence within current function.
• Stay abreast of cutting-edge technologies for possible applications.
• Represent technical function on multi-functional business teams.
• Willingness to take on additional tasks of various skill levels to enable the success of the overall team.

Requirements

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or Food Engineering (or equivalent) with at least 2-4 years process research/design/development/commercialization.
• Ability to define, execute & manage projects.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in stressful, fast-paced situations, with the personal leadership to influence and positively motivate self and peers.
• Liquid process design knowledge a plus.
• Knowledge of design engineering, particularly in food science, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, sanitary piping practices and process and instrumentation diagrams.
• Experience in a consumer products research & development function a plus.
• Background in development and commercialization of new products and/or support of operations strongly desired.
• Experience with ready to serve beverages desirable.
• Experience in project management a plus.
• Travel required (US and International)-estimate 25%.

Demonstrated Personal Traits

• Innovative/Creative
• High energy
• Strategic thinker
• Willing to push boundaries
• Team player (good interpersonal skills, able to inspire/lead others)
• Positive, "can do" attitude

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment
• Professional growth and development opportunities

About the Company

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity. Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for this role. Please note that all such company vaccine requirements provide the opportunity to request an approved accommodation or exemption under applicable law.

Relocation Eligible: Not Eligible for Relocation

Job Type: Regular

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level

Employment Type: Full-time

Topics: Food & Beverages

Job Functions: R&D Manager