Engineer I+D+i

At Saica Group , we offer sustainable paper solutions for the manufacturing of corrugated cardboard and packaging, promoting circularity in waste management. We are one of the leading companies in Europe in the production of recycled paper for corrugated cardboard, with an annual production capacity of approximately 4 million tons of this material.

With more than 12,000 employees and a presence in Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Turkey, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, the United States, and Poland, Saica Group operates through four business lines: production of recycled paper for corrugated cardboard (Saica Paper), waste management and environmental services (Saica Natur), production of corrugated cardboard packaging (Saica Pack), and flexible packaging (Saica Flex).

Job: Engineer I+D+i Job Description: About the Graduate Program Our Graduate Program is designed to provide you with a 24-month professional experience in a real and challenging environment. During this program:

• You will work in a real position, within a project that has a direct impact on the business.
• You will receive guidance and support from experienced professionals who will mentor your development.
• You will follow a specific Training & Development Pathway:
• 1st year: Acquisition of technical knowledge and the beginning of its implementation.
• 2nd year: Practical application of the acquired knowledge. Main responsabilities: Plan and execute laboratory test programmes, from test design and execution to data analysis and technical conclusions. Coordinate R&D&I activities for Paper and Packaging projects, promoting collaboration and synergies across the project portfolio. Support the preparation, execution and follow-up of pilot and industrial trials in paper and corrugated packaging applications. Collaborate closely with technology suppliers, internal clients and cross-functional teams. Generate, document and communicate technical knowledge through structured reporting of activities, results and conclusions. Develop technical expertise in paper science, packaging technologies and experimental methodologies through hands-on project participation.

Requirements

Academic qualifications: Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related fields Optional: PhD Language skills: English C1. Desirable: French Why Join Us? As part of the SAICA team, you will enjoy:

• A two-year professional experience working on real projects.
• A structured training program tailored to your development.
• Guidance and mentoring from experienced professionals.
• An international environment with opportunities for growth within the group Work Experience: RDi Education: Bachelor's Degree: Engineering (obligatorio) Worker Type: Fixed Term Contract (duración determinada) Why choose Us By joining the Saica Group, you're choosing more than a job – you're choosing a purpose-driven career that aligns with your values. You'll collaborate with like-minded individuals to shape a sustainable future, making a meaningful contribution to our world. Saica Group is committed to Occupational Risk Prevention for its employees and partner companies, Environmental Protection, the Quality of its products and services, and Equal Opportunities between men and women. In our work, we strive to maintain a balance between professional and personal life. All CVs received will be handled in accordance with Personal Data Protection legislation and will be archived unless the candidate expressly requests their cancellation or rectification in writing.