Introduction

As a Product Development Specialist, you develop the next generation of chilled dairy products for the European market. You translate consumer needs into innovative, great-tasting and nutritionally strong products that make it to the shelf. From concept to factory implementation, you play a key role in both innovation and product renovation.

What are you going to do

Lead and support the development and implementation of new dairy products, ensuring compliance with nutritional targets, claims, shelf life, cost price and sensory quality.
Execute renovation projects such as quality improvements, raw material optimizations, new specifications and recipe transfers between production sites.
Initiate, organize and perform product and application tests at lab, pilot and factory scale, including analysis, interpretation and reporting of results.
Perform high-level data analysis to support nutrition frameworks and cost-saving programs, and present findings to internal stakeholders.

Essential skills and knowledge

A Master's degree in Food Technology, Food Processing, Dairy Technology, Physical Chemistry or a related field.
At least 2 years of experience in product development within the food industry, preferably in fermented dairy.
Strong data analysis skills in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with PowerBI or similar tools.
Experience with product testing at different scales (lab, pilot and factory).
Willingness to travel to production locations in the Netherlands and/or Belgium.
Fluency in English; Dutch is considered an advantage.

What we offer

A Master's degree in Food Technology, Food Processing, Dairy Technology, Physical Chemistry or a related field.
A salary up to € 4600,-
At least 2 years of experience in product development within the food industry, preferably in fermented dairy.
Strong data analysis skills in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with PowerBI or similar tools.
Experience with product testing at different scales (lab, pilot and factory).
Willingness to travel to production locations in the Netherlands and/or Belgium.
Fluency in English; Dutch is considered an advantage.

About Brunel

Brunel Engineering connects highly skilled professionals with challenging roles in innovative R&D and production environments. We offer an open and professional culture where initiative is recognized and personal growth is actively supported.

Closing: March 14, 2026

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