Material Development Engineer M/F About the Role As a part of our Global Hygiene Category organization, we are searching for a Material Development Engineer Liquids and lotions to our Chemical Formulations material development team within R&D Tissue Core. The Global Hygiene Category leads Essity hygiene brand portfolio and delivers brand development and innovation for our three business areas, Incontinence Care, Consumer Goods and Professional Hygiene. The Material Development Engineer is responsible for managing the material development in the defined material area(s) in close cooperation with suppliers, and other appropriate internal and external parties.. The Chemical formulations area will deliver across all categories within our three business areas. What You Will Do As part of a team participate in product upgrade or new product work and cost save initiatives within the defined material area. lead projects with limited complexity Select the ingredients and participate in formulation work at laboratory scale In conjunction with Categories, respective Material / Product Development stakeholders and in alignment with Sourcing recommend material optimization(s) as well as suitable suppliers.. Participate and drive the required adaptations of existing materials in cooperation with the suppliers. Secure close collaboration with relevant Material Development colleagues.. Plan and execute necessary tests to secure product performance and acceptance in the frame MDT projects and tasks. Analyse results and recommend implementation. Secure recommended product specifications from the material development activities. Propose recommended product specification(s) from the material development activities. Work closely with the Product and Material Development Managers to monitor Essity's and competitor's materials. Identify trends in the industry to drive product upgrade opportunities. Participate in establishing new material specifications Who You Are University Degree or equivalent within relevant practice (such as chemistry or pharmacy, with specialization in formulation for cosmetics, biocides etc). Proven material development capabilities and skills. Minimum of 3 years of experience in the relevant technical field, including practical experience of cosmetic formulations. Ideally experience from both R&D and operations. International exposure Demonstrated networking capabilities, internally as well as in cooperation with external suppliers Fluent in English, both written and oral Ability to travel Good knowledge of chemical formulations This role may also be filled from our R&D centers located in Latam. What We Can Offer You At Essity, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose. Collaborative and caring Work Environment | Empowerment | Job Impact | Work with a Powerful Purpose | Individual Learning and Development | Health & Safety | Social Responsibility | Innovation Application End Date: Job Requisition ID: Essity257047 Essity is a leading global hygiene and health company. Our expertise began with the acquisition of the Swedish company Mölnlycke in 1975, through which our roots stretch back to 1849. Today, our sustainable innovations from globally trusted brands, designed for everybody and every body, care for the well-being of 1 billion people in 150 countries every day. Working at Essity is not just a career but a chance to make the world healthier, safer, and more hygienic. We innovate for good to break barriers and contribute to shaping a healthier future. At Essity, we have a people-first approach where every career is as unique as the individual. We empower employees to excel together and reach their full potential through a winning culture driven by a powerful purpose. Our performance-orientated environment motivates employees to think differently and embrace challenges so we can continue improving lives, every day through better hygiene and health. We provide a sustainable work-life based on flexibility for both employees and employers. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. It is the key to our success in creating an inclusive, collaborative, and caring company culture where you can be you with us. Our purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being, enables customers and consumers to lead fuller lives at all stages of life. Our leading global brands include TENA and Tork, and other strong brands such as Actimove, Cutimed, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic and Zewa are sold in 150 countries. I In 2024, Essity had net sales of approximately SEK 146bn (EUR 13bn) and employed 36,000 people. We are headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. If you want to join a company where dedication to people is powered by innovation, welcome to Essity!