Food Development Engineer (Dubai, UAE)
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary: AED 4,000 – 6,000 per month
About the Company
A leading food manufacturing company in Dubai is looking for a passionate and skilled Food Development Engineer to join its dynamic R&D team. The organization is known for delivering high-quality and innovative food products that meet international standards, with a strong commitment to excellence, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
About the Role
As a Food Development Engineer, you will play a key role in driving product innovation — from concept to commercial launch. You’ll be responsible for developing new formulations, improving existing recipes, and ensuring smooth scale-up from lab trials to full production. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on creativity, precision, and teamwork in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop, test, and refine food formulations in line with market trends and company objectives.
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Research ingredients, flavors, and processes to improve product quality and performance.
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Design and scale up production processes from pilot to commercial scale.
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Collaborate closely with production, quality, and procurement teams for seamless implementation.
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Ensure compliance with HACCP, ISO, and other international food safety standards.
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Conduct sensory evaluations, stability tests, and shelf-life studies.
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Support marketing and sales teams with technical insights and documentation.
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Identify opportunities for cost optimization, process efficiency, and innovation.
Qualifications
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Master’s degree in Food Technology, Food Science, or a related discipline.
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Minimum 2 years of experience in food product development, R&D, or process improvement.
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Strong technical understanding of formulation development, process optimization, and sensory evaluation.
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Working knowledge of HACCP and ISO food safety systems.
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Analytical thinker with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
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Team-oriented professional with effective communication and project management abilities.
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A creative mindset with a genuine passion for food innovation.
Join one of Dubai’s leading food manufacturing teams and contribute to shaping the next generation of innovative food products.