PepsiCo

Makes salty snacks, sodas and sports drinks

R&D Digital Platforms Manager

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeHyderabad, Telangana, IndiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in advanced simulation and digital engineering with a B.Tech, or at least 4 years with an M.Tech, MS, or PhD.
Recognized expertise in finite element analysis, discrete element method, and multiphysics modeling.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional and global projects.
Experience influencing technical strategy and technology roadmaps.
Experience integrating artificial intelligence, machine learning, automation, or digital engineering solutions into simulation workflows.

Responsibilities

Lead complex, high-impact modeling and simulation programs supporting global packaging and product innovation initiatives.
Serve as the subject matter expert for finite element analysis, discrete element method, and multiphysics simulation methodologies, establishing best practices and technical standards across research and development.
Develop and implement simulation strategies that accelerate product development, reduce physical testing, and improve business decision-making.
Drive adoption of advanced digital engineering technologies, including artificial intelligence and machine learning-enabled modeling workflows, automation, and digital twin capabilities.
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to simulation engineers, guiding model development, validation approaches, and problem-solving methodologies.
Collaborate with senior research and development leaders, packaging teams, suppliers, universities, and software partners to define future simulation capabilities and technology roadmaps.
Lead evaluation, selection, and deployment of new simulation software.
Translate complex simulation results into actionable business insights and recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Drive knowledge management, capability-building programs, technical trainings, and communities of practice across global teams.
Influence research and development strategy through thought leadership, external collaborations, publications, conference participation, and benchmarking.

Overview

Leverage advanced modeling and simulation initiatives to drive innovation, packaging performance, and business value across global R&D programs. Serve as a technical subject matter expert in FEA, DEM, and emerging simulation technologies, providing strategic direction, mentoring juniors, and influencing digital transformation through simulation, AI/ML, and data-driven engineering solution

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, high-impact modeling and simulation programs supporting global packaging and product innovation initiatives. • Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for FEA, DEM, and multi-physics simulation methodologies, establishing best practices and technical standards across R&D. ,• Develop and implement simulation strategies that accelerate product development, reduce physical testing, and improve business decision-making. • Drive adoption of advanced digital engineering technologies, including AI/ML-enabled modeling workflows, automation, and digital twin capabilities. ,• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to simulation engineers, guiding model development, validation approaches, and problem-solving methodologies. • Collaborate with senior R&D leaders, packaging teams, suppliers, universities, and software partners to define future simulation capabilities and technology roadmaps. • Lead evaluation, selection, and deployment of new simulation software, ,• Translate complex simulation results into actionable business insights and recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Drive knowledge management, capability-building programs, technical trainings, and communities of practice across global teams. • Influence R&D strategy through thought leadership, external collaborations, publications, conference participation, and benchma

Qualifications

7+ years (B.Tech) or 4+ years (M.Tech/MS/PhD) in advanced simulation and digital engineering.
Recognized expertise in FEA/DEM and multiphysics modeling.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional and global projects.
Experience influencing technical strategy and technology roadmaps.
Strong mentoring, stakeholder management, and technical leadership skills.
Experience integrating AI/ML, automation, or digital engineering solutions into simulation workflows

About the Company

PepsiCo

Makes salty snacks, sodas and sports drinks

PepsiCo makes snack foods and soft drinks that supermarkets, convenience stores and restaurants sell around the world. It owns some of the most familiar grocery brands, including Lay's and Doritos chips from its Frito-Lay division and Pepsi, Mountain Dew and Gatorade on the drinks side, along with Quaker oats and cereals. The company runs its own plants and distribution network and earns most of its money selling finished products to retailers and foodservice customers, while partner bottlers produce some of its drinks under license. PepsiCo was formed in 1965 through the merger of Pepsi-Cola and Frito-Lay and is headquartered in Purchase, New York.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Harrison, NY
Founded: 1965

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