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[Apply on International Flavors & Fragrances’s careers site →](https://iff.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/IFF_Careers/job/USA-Union-Bch-Off/Associate-Engineer--Process-R-D_R23216) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [International Flavors & Fragrances](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/international-flavors-fragrances/) / Associate Engineer, Process R&D ## Job description ### Job Summary Are you ready to turn engineering ideas into innovative flavor delivery solutions used in products around the world? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. ### Taste Crafting unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape trends in flavor building and fuel market success. The role is based in Union Beach, New Jersey, United States (onsite role). Be part of a collaborative, innovative and solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration. As an Associate Process Engineer, Flavor Encapsulation, you will support IFF’s strategic mission of Re-Imagine Delivery® by designing solutions that help drive consumer preference in our customers’ products. You will join a close-knit research team advancing encapsulation and delivery technologies for flavors. In this role, you will develop and optimize processes for novel encapsulation technologies involving volatile and non-volatile flavors. You will apply engineering principles, formulation knowledge and process expertise to solve technical challenges and help move new technologies from laboratory development through commercialization. ### Where You’ll - Make a Difference - Design, execute and document laboratory, pilot-scale and manufacturing process trials - Analyze experimental results and process data to support technical decisions and advance projects - Develop and optimize encapsulation, flavor delivery, drying and related processing technologies - Prepare technical reports, experimental summaries, operating procedures and project documentation - Collaborate with scientists, engineers, manufacturing teams and external partners to achieve project objectives - Support technology scale-up and transfer from development through commercialization - Troubleshoot process and equipment issues using sound engineering and scientific principles - Support pilot plant operations, equipment evaluations, commissioning activities and process improvement initiatives - Maintain accurate experimental records in electronic laboratory notebook systems, participate in safety reviews and present technical findings to internal stakeholders What - Makes You the Right Fit - Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, food engineering, process engineering or a related engineering discipline Up to three years of experience in process development, manufacturing, pilot plant operations or research and development - Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills - Ability to collect, analyze and interpret technical and process data Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present findings to stakeholders - Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced research environment - Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and technical documentation systems - Ability to work safely in laboratory, pilot plant and manufacturing environments while following company safety policies and procedures How Would You Stand Out? Experience with flavor, food, ingredient, encapsulation, spray-drying or related processing technologies Experience with pilot plant operations, process scale-up, manufacturing operations or continuous improvement - Familiarity with statistical analysis, experimental design, electronic laboratory notebooks and data management systems ### Physical Requirements - Ability to work in laboratory, pilot plant and manufacturing environments - Ability to wear required personal protective equipment ATment operations for extended periods during trials Why Choose Us? - Conduct hands-on research involving innovative flavor encapsulation and delivery technologies - Work across laboratory, pilot-scale and manufacturing environments - Contribute to projects from early-stage development through scale-up and commercialization - Collaborate with scientists, engineers, manufacturing teams and external technical partners - Build experience in process development, equipment evaluation and technical problem-solving We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more Salary Ranges: 52.556,00ㅤ-ㅤ75.080,00ㅤUSD ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Nov 3, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Nov 8, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 8, 2026 - Listed for: 5 days - Location: USA, Union Bch - Work arrangement: On-site - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on International Flavors & Fragrances’s careers site →](https://iff.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/IFF_Careers/job/USA-Union-Bch-Off/Associate-Engineer--Process-R-D_R23216) ## Hiring at International Flavors & Fragrances - Open jobs: 337 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 12, 2026 [All International Flavors & Fragrances jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/international-flavors-fragrances/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at International Flavors & Fragrances ### [Sensory & Consumer Insights, Product Experience Research II](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/international-flavors-fragrances/jobs/e9a21c876d7efc203e3d/) USA, Union Bch ### [(Senior) Scientist - Analytical Sciences, R&D Naturals](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/international-flavors-fragrances/jobs/15d6b7057e966597f662/) Grasse, France LMR ### [Advanced Computational Cognitive Scientist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/international-flavors-fragrances/jobs/1709530fbb3c922fd3bd/) Shanghai IBP, China ### [Application Laboratory Technician](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/international-flavors-fragrances/jobs/480c0191b110e9304f57/) Shanghai IBP, China ### [Associate Scientist (Quality)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/international-flavors-fragrances/jobs/e1328e119e6283f25d36/) Wilmington, DE, USA ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Process Engineer - Process Liason](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/fbd9a3c89c67465d663f/) BAE Systems · Nashua, New Hampshire, United States ### [Manufacturing Engineer I (Process Engineer)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/airbus/jobs/3d2f8c5b91725bb44142/) AIRBUS · Mobile Area, AL ### [Process Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/walmart/jobs/5ac699b96f865510b617/) Walmart · United States ### [Engineer, Process](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nutrien/jobs/902a5155c0828656444a/) Nutrien · Kennewick, WA, USA ### [Dewar Process Integration Engineer Sr](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/29802de3ac174f9fa6fd/) Lockheed Martin · Goleta, CA [Research & Science jobs](/functions/research-science/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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