Fiber-based Materials Scientist

Job Description

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Can you imagine being the key link to advancing sustainable packaging for the LEGO sets of the future?

Bring your specialist fiber-based materials knowledge, strong communication skills, and demonstrated ability to work well with others into play and help us push for sustainable packaging solutions

We are currently setting up a new packaging R&D test facility, scheduled to open in 2026, and you will play a key role in establishing and operationalizing the facility, material development workflow, and more.

As our Fiber-based Materials Scientist (internal title Materials Engineering Manager Specialist), you will lead R&D initiatives aimed at improving fiber-based materials. More specifically, you will:

• Direct and design detailed material property and recyclability testing, ensuring all materials align with internal requirements and industry standards.

• Coordinate with suppliers and multiple functional units to advance fiber-based materials for incorporation into packaging solutions.

• Assess material performance and test data to extract insights, guiding material selection and development.

• Lead fiber-based R&D projects, design rigorous testing protocols, evaluate material performance, and draw on industry trends to foster innovation.

• Document and report findings to partners, influencing packaging development with clear insights and actionable recommendations.

• Remain informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and scientific progress in material science, converting these into packaging development solutions.

• Implement and advocate for continuous improvement processes within the material testing, lab, and material development workflow to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

You will be a member of the Sustainable Packaging Department in Billund. Our aim is to foster innovative, efficient, and sustainable packaging solutions for the future, while maintaining our excellent quality and safety standards.

Working alongside a multi-functional team from R&D, Procurement, Production, and Sustainability, we develop packaging material solutions that contribute to the LEGO Group's ambitious sustainability goals

• Solid experience in material science or engineering, specializing in fiber-based materials, coatings, and adhesives for sustainable packaging solutions.

• Solid experience in performing material property testing on fiber-based materials following industry standards (e.g., ISO and ASTM).

• Demonstrated skill in examining material property test outcomes and intricate data collections, extracting insights to guide material choice and support innovation and sustainability efforts.

• Proven experience in directing cross-functional projects, incorporating material advancements into actionable solutions, and actively collaborating with colleagues.

• Apply a logical approach to promote transparent tradeoff decisions, validate feasibility within the LEGO Group supply chain, and involve the right collaborators.

• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication to address challenges and drive development.

• Fluent in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey complex material science concepts effectively across diverse cultural collaborators.

Please note that there may be delays in the recruitment process due to the holiday season.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

What's in it for you?

Here is what you can expect:

Family Care Leave - We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.

Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.

Wellbeing - We want our people to feel well and thrive. We offer resources and benefits to nurture physical and mental wellbeing along with opportunities to build community and inspire creativity.

Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build, so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.

Bonus - We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme.

Workplace - When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.

Children are our role models. Their curiosity, creativity and imagination inspire everything we do. We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.

The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age and religion) to apply for roles in our team.

The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children's Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children's Rights.

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