R&D Engineer, Can & End Forming

Bonn, DEPosted Oct 18, 2026

Job description

We are looking for a R&D Engineer, Can & End Forming (m/f/d) for our Ardagh Metal Packaging Europe Business, in one of our Ardagh Metal Plant locations in Europe Role Description: The R&D Engineer Can & End Forming is responsible to support & implement the assigned roadmap of projects, services, process improvements or qualifications for world-class technical and scientific knowledge regarding beverage Can and Ends forming and design and the application of this knowledge in new prod-ucts and processes.

Key Responsibilities

Managing multiple R&D projects and feasibility studies including budget, schedule and resources Providing fundamental process expertise for metal forming technologies Developing metal forming tooling and processes for existing and new products Conducting tooling or materials trials including evaluation & analysis Applying project management tools and providing documentation for global collaboration Delivering innovation in product development and defining IP Performing analysis of product performance and packaging integrity Conducting detailed process analysis Requirements: Graduated Mechanical Engineer or similar education or work- related experience Canmaking and/ or Endmaking experience, preferably 2 piece, aluminium Knowledge of high speed & high volume sheet metal forming manufacturing processes- CAD skills 2D/ 3D Experience in manufacturing cost analysis Materials knowledge in aluminium alloys Ability to work independently guided by strategic directives Analytical mindset providing fundamental support during trouble shooting Experience in working with intercultural & multinational teams Fluency in English is a must, other European languages are beneficial Advanced troubleshooting skills What we offer: A technical and management wise excellent global work environment Opportunities to further extend personal strengths A state-of-the-art work environment including computers, phones, cars, in-house laboratory and test field A multi-cultural organization built on competence and strength including all key elements for driving the business An open communication network which encourages a natural drive to excellence

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