Global Product Development Expert

Job Title: Product Innovation Engineer

Company Overview:

CHEP is a global leader in supply chain solutions, advancing the smart and sustainable movement of goods across more than 60 countries. Our share, repair, and reuse network of connected pallets, crates, and containers helps businesses optimize their supply chains to reduce costs and minimize environmental impact.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Product Innovation Engineer to join our Global Product Innovation team. As a key member of this team, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining an active global pipeline of new product initiatives within a critical growth category for our business.

Working in liaison with senior stakeholders, both globally and in Australia, you will set the pace for global innovation and see your work realized in local, regional, and global supply chains. This role can be based in Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane and reports directly to the Global Head of Product Innovation, based in Atlanta.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the design, development, and validation of innovative circular products and materials that meet performance, cost, customer, and sustainability goals across CHEP's global operations.
• Manage complex cross-functional projects, applying technical expertise and analytical rigor to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions.
• Develop and maintain customer, industry, and supplier relationships to enable effective sourcing, assessment, and delivery of new product opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement and collaboration across internal teams and external partners to accelerate time-to-market and enhance product value.
• Leverage innovation insights from other teams to enhance product differentiation and portfolio value.
• Support the Australian business in all aspects of product innovation and development.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in product or industrial engineering with a strong technical foundation across plastic design, engineering, and production (recycled or sustainable materials).
• Exposure to the FMCG/packaging industry or related would be highly advantageous.
• Some knowledge of the movement of goods through a complex supply chain model would be advantageous.
• The ability to solve complex engineering challenges with a practical and functional lens.
• Proficiency in engaging, influencing, and building relationships with diverse stakeholders across different levels and cultures.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• A natural self-starter who can drive customer initiatives and deliver change-and-engage activities.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary and bonus opportunities.
• A supportive learning and development culture.
• Flexible hybrid working environment.
• Paid volunteer leave for those who wish to volunteer their services to a community organization.
• Reward and Recognition Program to celebrate outstanding achievements of our people.
• Employee discounts with a range of partners.
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers and 1 week of paid parental leave for secondary caregivers.
• Unparalleled opportunities to advance and accelerate your career.
• Attractive options to purchase shares.

Join Us:

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to developing a diverse workforce where everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing their potential.

This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Engineering

Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Storage