Product Sustainability Engineer

Introduction

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Overview

Job Summary

The Product Sustainability engineer will support the transfusion portfolio business entities with implementation of product sustainability principles and strategies that drive compliance to regulatory compliance to the circular economy. The incumbent will support initiatives supporting sustainability principles supporting teams involved in product design, product lifecycle management and process development.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

The key deliverables to be achieved by the post holder and the ongoing responsibilities of the role include:

• Lead and manage a multi-year global program to embed sustainability across the product lifecycle - from design to end-of-life.
• Collaborate closely with the Global Sustainability Team and Corporate Sustainability to align strategy, resources, and execution plans.
• Partner with subject matter experts within the transfusion technology center to drive implementation and execution of sustainability initiatives.
• Engage and coordinate with stakeholders across R&D, QARA Operations, Supply Chain, marketing and IT to ensure integration of sustainability into product development and lifecycle management.
• Initiate and maintain relationships with external consultants as required for the project/program objectives.
• Integration corporate definitions and program governance expectations into the transfusion business operating system by defining workstreams, KPIs, and detailed roadmaps aligned with business priorities.
• Stay on top of product compliance and sustainability regulations (e.g., RoHS, REACH, SCIP, POPs, EU Green Deal PPWR, ESPR, BAT, etc.) and translate into actionable and measurable tasks across the program.
• Manage material master data elements supporting chemical and material compliance, and guiding design teams toward sustainable, non-toxic material substitutions.
• Develop and deliver periodic program reports and dashboards to track progress, risks, and milestones.
• Prepare and present regular updates to leadership and executive sponsors.
• Support the deployment of digital tools and data systems to support sustainability tracking and regulatory reporting.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies throughout all phases of the program.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and cross-functional collaboration across global sites.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Networking/Key relationships

• Werfen Corporate and Technology Center Management.
• Transfusion Technology Center cross-functional team members (QA, RA, R&D, OPS, Supplier Management, Purchasing, Commercial Sales).
• All Werfen Technology Centers product and packaging sustainability team members.
• Corporate logistics product and packaging sustainability team members.
• Werfen Affiliate QARA and Commercial Sales.
• Legal/Compliance.

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:

Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business or related field involved with Biotechnology, Material Science and /or In-vitro Diagnostics. Masters preferred.

Experience: Minimum 10 years in a program/project management role or 7 years with advanced degree. Preferably, in a regulated industry such as medical technology or pharmaceuticals product development or manufacturing.

• Proven ability to manage complex, global programs with multiple workstreams.
• Working knowledge of product sustainability (EU Green deal: PPWR, ESPR, BAT etc.) and environmental compliance regulations (RoHS, REACH, POPs, PFAS, etc.).
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional coordination.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in program management tools (e.g., MS Project, -, or similar).

Skills & Capabilities:

• Professional certification in sustainability, environmental management, or MBA.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2, or similar certification.
• Experience with digital product compliance, digital product passports and sustainability tools.
• Familiarity with product-related ESG reporting and frameworks (e.g., GRI, TCFD, CSRD).
• Problem solving, conflict management, listening, managing and measuring work.

Travel requirements:

Domestic and international travel required - <20% of time

Closing

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

www.werfen.com