(Microwave) Test Engineer
Folia Materials
- Bedford, MA
- Training
- Full-time
- Collaborate with the R&D and Culinary Science teams to plan and execute tests on microwave food packaging solutions.
- Assist in the rapid screening of a variety of frozen foods to assess their compatibility with Folia's paper microwave packaging, focusing on improving food quality.
- Contribute to the development of product demos, including packaging form factors and cooking instructions, aimed at demonstrating the benefits of Folia's technology to potential clients.
- Support the creation of sensory profiles and quantitative organoleptic measurements for each product tested, ensuring repeatability and methodological accuracy.
- Participate in the preparation of sales materials and technical documentation that highlight the culinary science and performance improvements offered by our packaging solutions.
- Facilitate the comparison of Folia's microwave packaging against control groups, documenting sensory and physical changes to taste, texture, and overall food quality.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Food Science, Culinary Science, or a related field.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to work methodically on scientific experiments.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively collaborate with teams and present findings.
- Creative problem-solving skills and ability to innovate in the development of culinary science solutions.
- Basic understanding of culinary principles and a keen interest in food quality improvement.
- Bonus: Experience with microwave technology or food packaging development.
- Bonus: Experience or interest in sensory analysis and food product development.