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Specification Engineer

Philip Morris International U.S.
Wilson, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/15/2026
SPECIFICATION ENGINEER | WILSON, N

Be a part of a revolutionary change! 

At Philip Morris International (PMI), we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose – to deliver a smoke-free future. 

With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, if you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions. Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress.  

Your ‘day To Day’

  • Ensure all specifications related to the manufacturing of PMI products (semi-finished products and final product specifications, bill of materials, utilization ratio, parameters, technical documents and design) are properly defined and available in corresponding systems, respecting PMI QMS and Market needs.
  • Manage the implementation of new products within the Factory by ensuring the internal and external communication flow among all departments committed to new product development and modernization.
  • Assess feasibility of new products and special packaging by integrating inputs Operations, PMI and other involved departments, in order to set up project planning and identify additional operational requirements and/or risks.
  • Liaise with product development, product commercialization, product services, engineering, planning and other internal or central functions to define all specifications necessary for the manufacture of semi-products and final products and launches of products on new Markets.
  • Participate into regional development of systems for specifications of new material, products and processes. Ensure that in case of changes the process for RRP is met and PCRs are opened and followed.
  • Ensure all technical documents related to product and non-tobacco materials description 8Project Detailed Report (PDR), product Specifications, Good to Print (GTP), Good to Design (GTD), Technical Drawing (TD), Color Standard (CS), Technical Sheet (TC, ..) are timely approved or delivered by Product Commercialization, Packaging and Product Development, to fit with the local production plan.
  • Ensure establishment and maintenance of Master Data within SAP, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and iMEL/LES-MES
  • Lead all the activities needed for the creation of Documents, BOMs, Task List in global (PLM) and local systems and the update of current RRP and filter specifications and filters technical sheets, to always guarantee production in accordance with PMI specifications and respecting the production plan to meet customer requests. To keep a harmonized portfolio to constantly reduce complexity.

Who We’re Looking For

  • University degree in Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Engineering or relevant skills through proven experience
  • 3-5 years' experience in quality Assurance in tobacco, food, pharmaceutical or similar industry
  • Well-developed IT skills (Office) and project management skills.
  • Sophisticated knowledge on Quality tools, root cause analysis, analytical skills, statistical tool knowledge.
  • REQUIRED: Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
  • REQUIRED: Must be local to Wilson, NC

Relevant Open Sourcing Considerations

  • Be legally authorized to work in the US
  • International relocation support is not available for this job
  • If you have been in your current job for less than 12 months or if you are on a Performance Improvement Program, you must get the approval of your current manager before applying for the job.
  • If you are not a PMI employee and employed by a third an agency, please make a formal application via the external career site at https://join.pmicareers.com/
  • To find out more about eligibility to apply for internal jobs, please refer to the Open Sourcing Employee Guidebook on the Internal Careers Portal.

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to stand, bend, twist, and crouch as needed 8/10/12 hours during a shift. Must be able to bend and lift various weights up to 25lbs if needed during shift.

What we offer:  

  • We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, commuter benefits, pet insurance, generous PTO, and much more!
  • We have implemented Smart Work, a hybrid model of working that promotes flexibility in the workplace.
  • Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.
  • Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where everyone’s contribution is respected; Collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.
  • Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.
  • Take pride in delivering our promise to society: To improve the lives of millions of smokers.

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

PMI is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., and its U.S. affiliates have more than 2,300 employees.  

PMI has been an entirely separate company from Altria and Philip Morris USA since 2008. PMI’s affiliates first entered the U.S. market following the company’s acquisition of Swedish Match in late 2022. Philip Morris International and its U.S. affiliates are working to deliver a smoke-free future. Since 2008, PMI has invested $12.5 billion globally to develop, scientifically substantiate and commercialize innovative smoke-free products for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke with the goal of transitioning legal-age consumers who smoke to better alternatives. In 2022, PMI acquired Swedish Match – a leader in oral nicotine delivery – creating a global smoke-free champion led by the IQOS and ZYN brands. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized versions of PMI’s IQOS electronically heated tobacco devices and Swedish Match’s General snus as Modified Risk Tobacco Products and renewal applications for these products are presently pending before the FDA. For more information, please visit www.pmi.com/us and www.pmiscience.com.

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