R&d Product Developer Sr Engineer

Overview:**We Are PepsiCo**Join PepsiCo and Dare for Better We are the perfect place for curious people, thinkers and change agents. From leadership to front lines, we're excited about the future and working together to make the world a better place.Being part of PepsiCo means being part of one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with our iconic brands consumed more than a billion times a day in more than 200 countries.Our product portfolio, which includes 22 of the world's most iconic brands, such as Sabritas, Gamesa, Quaker, Pepsi, Gatorade and Sonrics, has been a part of Mexican homes for more than 116 years.A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where all people are welcome. Here, you can dare to be you. No matter who you are, where you're from, or who you love, you can always influence the people around you and make a positive impact in the world.**Know more**:PepsiCoJobs**Join PepsiCo, dare for better.****Responsibilities**:**The Opportunity**:The **R&D Product Developer Sr Engineer** will play a key role in driving innovation, productivity, brand stewardship, and portfolio transformation projects. You will lead initiatives from concept through to launch, ensuring technical excellence, consumer relevance, and business impact. This role requires strong technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to work closely with multifunctional teams across the organization.**Your Impact**As **R&D Product Developer Sr Engineer** your responsibilities would consist of:- Lead end-to-end R&D projects, from concept, formulation, and prototyping to pilot plant trials, scale-up, and market launch.- Partner with global and regional teams (Mexico and LATAM) to ensure flawless execution and alignment with strategic priorities.- Translate consumer insights, business needs, and emerging trends into product concepts and technical solutions.- Manage technical documentation and ensure compliance with product, nutrition, and regulatory guidelines.- Conduct pilot plant and industrial trials, capturing operational learnings to refine product specifications.- Collaborate with multifunctional partners including marketing, operations, supply chain, regulatory, sensory, and finance to deliver successful projects.- Mentor and support junior developers, providing technical guidance and sharing best practices.- Identify and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring timely issue resolution.- Drive continuous improvement and efficiency across R&D processes.Qualifications:**Who Are We Looking For?**- **Education**: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in food science, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.- ** Experience**: Minimum 3 years of experience in R&D within the food industry, with proven track record in product development, pilot plant, and/or industrial scale-up.- ** Languages**: Advanced English and Spanish, required for collaboration with global teams.- Strong technical knowledge combined with business acumen and innovation mindset.- Excellent project management skills, capable of leading multiple initiatives simultaneously.- Proactive, results-oriented, and resilient in dynamic, complex environments.- Ability to work effectively in laboratories, pilot plants, and industrial facilities, with occasional travel to support trials and implementations.**What can you expect from us**:- Opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs.- Internal digital platforms that promote self-learning.- Development programs according to Leadership skills.- Specialized training according to the role.- Learning experiences with internal and external providers.- We love to celebrate success, which is why we have recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others.- Financial wellness programs that will help you reach your goals in all stages of life.- A flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life, adapting your working day to your lifestyle.- And because your family is also important to us, they can also enjoy benefits such as our Wellness Line, thousands of Agreements and Discounts, Scholarship programs for your children, Aid Plans for different moments of life, among others.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We respect and value diversity as a work force and innovation for the organization.