Job title: Principal Sustainability Engineer
Department: GTIG Science and Sustainability
Location: Hamble, Southampton, UK (Onsite)
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 37.5 Hours per week

A brighter future awaits you

CooperVision is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. Being part of CooperVision means helping improve the way people see each day. It’s more than making contact lenses, it’s about giving lens wearers freedom and confidence to move about their daily lives. We’re all about bright futures – for our people and those who wear our contact lenses.

Scope:

The Sustainability team within the Global Technical Innovation Group (GTIG), is responsible for delivering the CooperVision sustainability strategy for operations, considering carbon, plastic, and waste impact from product design to consumer post use.

The group is responsible for delivery of the company’s sustainability portfolio including 2030 decarbonization commitment, and this role will be fundamental in supporting the organisations delivery of technical changes.

The Principal Sustainability Engineer will be a Global Subject Matter Expert in sustainable materials, product and process design considerations for CooperVision.

Job Summary:

The role holder will be responsible for the investigation, assessment, development and feasibility delivery of product and process design opportunities to support the business in achieving its sustainability ambitions.

This is a principal engineering position with full responsibility for the development and supply of “state of the art” solutions, working globally alongside project teams and functional business units to deliver sustainable, economically viable and compliant solutions. The role is also responsible for educating the business on its environmental footprint and improvements therein.

This position will be the lead SME for major sustainability transformation programs over the mid to long term horizon for CooperVision operations.

As a medical device manufacturer CooperVision is committed to the ongoing development and effectiveness of their quality management systems. Meeting statutory and regulatory requirements are of utmost importance throughout the business and must be considered in all designed solutions.

Essential Functions & Accountabilities:

• Perform as the global lead technical SME for the decarbonisation programme delivery for , supporting the business resources in delivery of the agreed changes.
• Perform as the lead technical SME for development workstreams such as waste, plastic, water, and biodiversity to support the organisations broader sustainability objectives.
• Manage/review change control activities, including managing Engineering Change Orders (ECO), Risk Management processes.
• Lead the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) activities for CooperVision’s products and design changes, including software development, legal and regulatory acceptance, and claims management.
• Lead the education of multifunctional teams in the generation of sustainability risk assessments, initial change assessments and completion of all identified mitigation activities in accordance with the LCA outputs.
• Maintain an expert knowledge of new developments in industry and environmental regulation, translate into possible uses/implications for CVI, and develop policies and procedures for the organisation.
• Perform research into solutions to address sustainability engineering challenges, and introduce best in class methodologies to support eco design considerations.
• Develop and deliver training on sustainability practices for CooperVision as required.
• Develop and deploy policies aligned to the relevant QA/RA and or strategic governance principles.
• Raise and manage capital expenditure.
• Run projects to the agreed project management standard.

Travel Requirements

The role involves travel within the UK and internationally approximately 10 to 20%.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Technical Competencies

• Excellent understanding and practical interpretation of CO2e assessment in accordance with GHG and ISO 14067.
• Excellent understanding and applied knowledge of Life Cycle Assessment and GHG Reporting, environmental or ecological design.
• Excellent computational and analytical capability and visualization with experience in data systems/platforms to support statistical analysis and controls.
• Excellent capability in research and analysis, and a depth of experience in the application of different approaches to our existing production technologies. An awareness of other relevant technologies on the market will be beneficial.
• Excellent understanding and applied knowledge of manufacturing processes, and the related supply chain and quality control processes of a regulated medical devices company.
• Excellent understanding and practical knowledge of Quality Assurance and Quality Control systems, medical device/pharmaceutical, FDA, ISO and International regulatory requirements.
• Excellent understanding and practical knowledge of where and how measurement systems are used for quality/process. 

Professional Competencies

• Ability to communicate effectively within the discipline and with cross disciplinary teams around the business.
• Ability to lead influence and educate in area of expertise internally, and with existing and prospective suppliers.
• Structured with strong planning & organisation skills, and high attention to detail.
• Microsoft Office competency as well as established Enterprise Resource Systems.
• Team leadership experience with the ability to create and develop diverse cross functional teams and communities of practice.
• Strong problem-solving skills and drive for results.
• Solid influencing skills, and ability to communicate technical ideas in business terms.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Willing to learn new skills and adapt to new situations.
• Strong Quality Assurance awareness and application.
• Prompts change and innovation in the business.
• Financially Literate.

Work Environment

CooperVision prides itself on its core values of being dedicated, friendly and innovative partners who are committed to doing the right thing. The role holder will have the ability to move between the sites as relevant within the UK to achieve results.

Experience and Education

• 3-5 years’ + experience in a related industry and job role.
• Key experiences implementing or embedding LCAs, decarbonisation plans, or other significant sustainability initiatives at a manufacturing organisation.
• Relevant Degree or Equivalent qualification in Technical (Engineering to Scientific) discipline with focus on Sustainable Design.

What we offer:

You’ll receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including bonus, 25 days holiday, pension scheme, access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing, a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!

We are committed to our employees’ personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals, we’ll give you everything you need to help you achieve yours.

We also provide access to LinkedIn Learning to help you develop in your career and grow with CooperVision

What you can expect:

As a CooperVision employee, you’ll be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global business. We appreciate how important fostering an inclusive culture is and how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success.

If you like what you see, take the first step towards your Brighter Future and apply today! All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal consideration and opportunities from CooperVision.

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