Packaging Simulation Engineer in Leeds

As a Packaging Simulation Engineer in Deodorants you will drive the application of predictive engineering and digital simulation to deliver robust, high‑performing and sustainable packaging solutions. You will work across multiple innovation and capability projects, applying advanced simulation tools and digital methodologies to guide design decisions from early concept through to manufacture. By integrating simulation into the product development process, you will enable faster learning, reduce physical testing and mold iterations, and ensure designs are optimised for performance, manufacturability and consumer use.

Main Responsibilities

• Apply simulation and digital engineering tools to predict and optimise packaging performance (e.g., component strength, deformation, durability, user interactions, and injection molding).
• Build and execute simulation strategies using modern platforms (Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE), including in‑housing/on‑boarding of externally managed simulation models for reuse.
• Translate design requirements into robust simulation plans for innovation projects, supporting rapid and confident decision making.
• Generate insight from simulation results and communicate recommendations to project teams and stakeholders.
• Partner with Design Engineers and Product Designers to influence concepts early and guide them towards manufacturable, high‑performing solutions.
• Support integration of simulation within the wider digital ecosystem (e.g., PLM platforms, centralised digital teams, digital R&D frameworks, HPC infrastructure).
• Validate simulation models through correlation with physical testing, dimensional measurement and material characterisation.
• Use Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical approaches to improve robustness and reduce technical risk.
• Collaborate with and guide external simulation partners and agencies to deliver high‑quality outputs.
• Contribute to capability building, defining best practices, workflows and future simulation strategies.
• Actively participate in cross‑category Communities of Practice to share knowledge and drive excellence.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, Simulation, Materials or related discipline.
• 3–5+ years of experience as a simulation engineer in an in‑house engineering team or consultancy.
• Experience applying simulation in product or packaging development, ideally within FMCG or consumer products.
• Strong understanding of Finite Element Analysis (FEA); Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is a benefit.
• Proficiency with simulation tools such as Abaqus, Ansys, LS‑Dyna, Moldflow, Moldex3D or similar; familiarity with Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE platform and modern digital workflows.
• Understanding of plastics, material behaviour and manufacturing processes (injection moulding, assembly).
• Experience using CAD tools (NX preferred) and working within data‑managed environments (PLM).
• Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis and data interpretation.
• Exposure to scripting, automation, digital integration and AI approaches is desirable.

About You

• Analytical and curious mindset, able to translate complex technical challenges into clear insights.
• Strong collaborator, working effectively across multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Clear communicator, able to simplify complex outputs into actionable recommendations.
• Passion for high performance and continuous improvement.
• Talent catalyst who contributes to team capability and knowledge sharing.
• Agile and adaptable, able to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Proactive, with a drive to explore new tools, methods and technologies.
• Detail‑oriented with strong problem‑solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and pension scheme, annual bonus, subsidised gym membership, discounted staff shop and shares.
• Flexible and hybrid working environment.
• Wellbeing support including hubs, programmes and development opportunities.
• Family‑friendly and inclusive workplace, with diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together for better business performance. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.