Sustainability Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 14, 2026.
Description
Position at Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems (Europe) Ltd
SUMITOMO ELECTRIC WIRING SYSTEMS (EUROPE) LTDAND SUMITOMO ELECTRIC GROUP
Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems (Europe) Ltd employ in excess of30,000 people across Europe and North Africa.Automotive engineering is our industry,and we are proud of the diverse team of world-class engineers and support staff who work at the highest level to provide products and services to our customers. Our people are our greatest asset and respect for human resources is a fundamental principle of the Sumitomo Business Spirit.
Sumitomo Electric Industries,Ltd. is a recognized global technology leader with over 280,000 employees working at around 415 subsidiaries and affiliates in over 40 countries worldwide.
Sustainability Engineer - Packaging, Waste and Circularity
Job Description
Type of contract:Permanent
Place of Work
Any UK or EU site
Job Duties and Responsibilities
To lead and coordinate the implementation of the EU packaging and packaging waste regulation (PPWR) across all business units and legal entities. The role will act as the central point of contract for packaging compliance, ensuring that all packaging placed on the EU market meets regulatory requirements relating to recyclability, reuse, substance restrictions, reporting obligations, extended producer responsibility (EPR), and waste management.The role holder will drive cross functional collaboration, develop implementation roadmaps, monitor compliance risks and ensure timely submission of all regulatory reporting requirements. Tasks will include but not be limited to:
PPWR Programme Leadership
üDevelop and maintain the company wide PPWR implementation strategy
üEstablish programme governance, milestones and project plans
üCoordinative activities across sustainability, engineering, purchasing, logistics, finance, legal and business units
üTrack regulatory developments and assess impacts on company operations
üProvide regular status reports and compliance updates to senior management
üLead PPWR steering committee meetings and cross functional working groups
Sustainability & circular economy
üDevelop and maintain the company’s PPWR compliance roadmap through 2030
üCoordinate packaging recyclability assessments
üMonitor progress against recyclability and recycled content targets
üSupport packaging reduction initiatives
üEnsure alignment with corporate sustainability objectives and ESG reporting requirements
üDrive programmes to improve packaging circularity and resource efficiency
Product design & engineering compliance
üCoordinate packagingredesign projects to meet PPWR requirements
üEnsure packaging designs achieve recyclability performance criteria
üSupport packaging weight reduction initiatives
üIdentify and eliminate non-compliant packaging formats
üCoordinate implementation of reuse and refill requirements where applicable
üEstablish engineering review processes for packaging compliance approval
Purchasing & supply chain compliance
üDevelop supplier engagement and compliance programmes
üCollect, review and maintain packaging Declarations of Conformity (DoCs)
üEnsure availability of technical documentation supporting PPWR compliance
üCoordinate supplier audits and compliance assessments
üMonitor supplier performance against PPWR requirements
üEstablish documentation management system to maintain compliance records
HSE & quality assurance
üCoordinate compliance verification programmes for regulated substances
üEnsure packaging meets chemical restrictions including heavy metals, PFAS and other restricted substances
üWork with quality assurance teams to establish audit procedures
üCoordinate testing and verification activities where required
üSupport implementation of compliant waste segregation and packaging disposal processes
üMaintain evidence required for regulatory inspections and audits
Finance, legal & extended producer responsibility (EPR)
üCoordinate registration with relevant EU EPR schemes
üMonitor EPR obligations across all operating countries
üSupport eco-fee budgeting and financial reporting
üCoordinate packaging data reporting requirements
üWork with legal teams to ensure compliance with national implementation requirements
üMaintain oversight of documentation required by regulators and compliance schemes
Business unit management
üAct as the primary PPWR contact for all business units
üDevelop standard reporting templates and compliance processes
üMonitor completion of required actions across sites
üEnsure submission of regulatory reporting within required deadlines
üIdentify and escalate non-compliance risks to management
üSupport site teams during implementation and audit activities
Skills, Qualificationsand Experience required
Essential
üDegree in engineering, environmental science, sustainability, packaging technology, compliance or related discipline
üExperience managing cross functional regulatory or compliance programmes
üKnowledge of packaging regulations, sustainability reporting, or environmental compliance
üExperience coordinating multiple stakeholders across international locations
üStrong project management experience
üExcellent analytical, reporting and presentation skills
Desirable
üDetailed knowledge of EU packaging and packaging waste regulation (PPWR)
üExperience with extended producer responsibility (EPR) schemes
üKnowledge of packaging design, recyclability assessment and circular economy principles
üExperience in automotive, manufacturing, logistics or industrial sectors
üFamiliarity with ISO 14001, environmental management systems and sustainability frameworks
Special Conditions
Travelto SEWS-E sites as required
Key Competencies Required
üProgramme & project management
üRegulatory compliance management
üStakeholder management
üSupplier relationship management
üRisk management
üChange management
üData analysis & reporting
üContinuous improvement
üCommunication & influencing skills
üLeadership without direct authority