Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Product Development Engineer, graduate in Chemical Engineering, with expertise in chemical formulations across a wide range of consumer products.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, testing, and optimizing formulations while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Scope of Expertise

• Cosmetics — makeup, creams, lotions, perfumes, and essential oils
• Personal Hygiene Products — soaps, shampoos, deodorants, and toothpaste
• Cleaning Products — laundry detergents and household cleaning solutions
• This role requires strong knowledge in chemistry, product stability, sensory evaluation, and innovation to create high-quality consumer products.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and optimize formulations for cosmetics, personal hygiene, and cleaning products
• Analyze chemical composition and ingredient interactions to ensure product efficacy, stability, and safety
• Collaborate with marketing, quality assurance, and production teams to align product specifications with market trends and regulatory requirements
• Conduct pilot trials, evaluate prototypes, and refine formulations based on sensory, stability, and performance testing
• Maintain updated knowledge of industry trends, new ingredients, technologies, and regulatory changes
• Troubleshoot formulation issues and ensure consistent product quality during production scale-up
• Prepare technical documentation including formulation sheets, stability reports, and regulatory dossiers
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Food and Drug Authority, Food and Drug Administration, and European Commission cosmetic regulations
• Support cost optimization and sustainable product development initiatives

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (Master’s degree preferred)
• Proven experience in formulating cosmetics, personal hygiene, and cleaning products
• Strong knowledge of surfactants, emulsifiers, preservatives, fragrance chemistry, and active ingredients
• Familiarity with stability testing, quality control, and sensory evaluation
• Understanding of GMP, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements
• Ability to interpret analytical data and product performance metrics
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Good project management and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with natural and organic formulations
• Knowledge of sustainable and eco-friendly product development
• Proficiency in R&D laboratory software and formulation management systems

Key Competencies

• Creativity and innovation in product formulation
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong laboratory and analytical capability
• Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure