Circularity Innovation Engineer

Circularity Innovation EngineerLeads the end-to-end engineering, innovation, and deployment of circularity solutions across HP products and packaging, with a primary focus on packaging transformation, recycled and renewable materials, electronics, reuse, repair, takeback, and circular economy systems.Drives execution of HP's circular economy strategy by integrating circularity into product design, supply chain operations, and digital data systems. This role contributes to HP's long-term circularity ambition aligned to internal 2030 and 2040 management frameworks, enabling scalable, compliant, and high-impact sustainability outcomes.1. Circular Packaging InnovationLead development and deployment of renewable and recyclable packaging solutionsReplace single-use plastics with fiber-based, molded fiber, and bio-based materialsOptimize packaging design for performance, cost, and lifecycle impactEnsure compliance with global requirements (e.g., EPR frameworks, California SB54, and EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR))2. Recycled & Renewable Materials EngineeringIncrease integration of:Post-consumer recycled plastics (PCR)Recycled metals and critical materialsRenewable materials (e.g., bio-based, fiber-based) that are responsibly sourced and certifiedClosed-loop and ocean-bound materialsEnsure renewable materials meet:Responsible sourcing standards (e.g., FSC, RSPO, or equivalent)Lifecycle performance, recyclability, and compliance requirementsSupport qualification and scaling of high recycled and renewable content materialsDrive supplier engagement and certification for sustainable material sourcing3. Design for Circularity (DfC)Embed circularity principles into product design:Durability, modularity, repairability, upgradeabilityDisassembly and recyclabilityPartner with R&D teams to influence product architecture and material choicesAlign product design with ecolabels and sustainability standards4. Reuse, Repair, and TakebackAdvance lifecycle extension strategies:Repair and refurbishment systemsDevice life extension and reuse programsReverse supply chain optimizationScale reuse of products and components across HP portfoliosIntegrate reuse into sustainability metrics and operational models5. Circularity Data & Digital SystemsPartner with digital and data teams to advance:FDL (enterprise data platform and system of record)Panda (packaging and product data source)Viking (PS sustainability reporting and data integration)SIRA (Print sustainability reporting and data integration)Marble (near real-time part and BOM-level sustainability reporting)Improve:Data accuracy, traceability, and auditabilityBOM-level material transparencySupport compliance with:EU CSRD / ESRS circular economy reportingEnable data-driven decision-making, reporting, and audit readiness6. Cross-Functional LeadershipLead collaboration across:Engineering (R&D), Procurement, Supply Chain, SustainabilityEngage suppliers to drive circular and renewable material innovationContribute to external partnerships and industry initiativesDrive end-to-end execution from material sourcing → design → product → reverse supply chainScope & ImpactInfluences global HP product portfolios (Personal Systems, Print, Supplies)Impacts product and packaging material decisions at scaleDirectly contributes to:Circular and renewable material adoptionPackaging transformationReuse and repair expansionEnables regulatory compliance, cost optimization, and product differentiationMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials, Packaging, Environmental, or related)8–12+ years of relevant experienceDemonstrated expertise in:Circular economy and sustainable materialsPackaging engineering and/or materials scienceRecycled and/or renewable materials integrationExperience working across global supply chainsStrong problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skillsPreferred QualificationsMaster's degree in Engineering or related fieldExperience in electronics, manufacturing, or consumer hardwareKnowledge of:EU CSRD / ESRSEcolabels (EPEAT, TCO, Blue Angel)Experience with:Digital transformation and data systemsLifecycle assessment (LCA)Circular services (reuse, refurbishment, ITAD)Familiarity with:Sustainably sourced renewable materials and certificationsAdvanced recycling technologies and critical raw materialsCore Competencies (Workday)Technical CompetenciesCircular Economy & Materials InnovationPackaging EngineeringRecycled & Renewable Materials StrategyProduct Lifecycle & Design for CircularitySustainability Data & Digital SystemsLeadership CompetenciesStrategic ThinkingCross-Functional InfluenceInnovation LeadershipExecution ExcellenceStakeholder CollaborationKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)Materials% recycled and renewable content in products% circular materials across product & packagingPackaging% of circular packaging and recyclabilityAdoption of renewable and recyclable packaging materialsProduct CircularityDesign for circularity adoption (repairability, modularity)Lifecycle extension improvementsReuse & Reverse Supply ChainDevices and components reusedRepair and refurbishment ratesData & ComplianceData completeness and audit readinessCompliance with regulatory requirements (CSRD, EPR, PPWR)SalaryThe pay range for this role is $116,150 to $182,400 USD annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Benefits: HP offers a