Electrical and Automation Engineer

Lafarge Africa Plc; Zug; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Subsidized meals

Company training

Pension plan

Employee referral bonus

Long-service awards

Discounts and gifts

Childcare support

Maternity/paternity leave

Zusammenfassung

Holcim in Zug, Switzerland, is seeking an experienced Electrical and Automation Engineer to provide advanced engineering support for greenfield and brownfield cement and CCUS projects. The role involves definition, planning, and execution across multiple locations with a focus on safety, reliability, and cost efficiency.

The ideal candidate has a university degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering and at least 5 years of hands-on CAPEX project experience in heavy industry or process

Qualifikationen

• University degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in industrial CAPEX project engineering.

Aufgaben

• Review and develop electrical and automation concepts for CAPEX projects across definition, planning and execution.
• Oversee detailed engineering, quality control, and commissioning support.
• Qualify suppliers, manage tender submissions, and support vendor selections.
• Collaborate with international teams to ensure standards compliance and cost efficiency.
• Lead technical knowledge sharing and governance across projects.

Kenntnisse

Electrical engineering

Automation engineering

Technical leadership

Project management

Ausbildung

Engineering degree (Electrical/Automation)

Tools

eDM

IBS

Jobbeschreibung

Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings. Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 48,000 employees in 45 attractive markets – across Europe, Latin America, Asia, Middle East & Africa. Holcim offers high-value end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundations and flooring to roofing and walling – powered by premium brands including ECOPlanet, ECOPact, and ECOCycle®. Find out more atwww.holcim.com

Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction with net sales of CHF 15.7 billion in 2025, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings. Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 50 000 employees in 45 countries – across Europe, Latin America and Asia, Middle East & Africa – and has been recognized as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute. Holcim offers high-value end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundation and flooring to walling and roofing – powered by premium brands including ECOPact, ECOPlanet, ECOCycle, and Ytong.

Role Overview

Support the Holcim Group and provide advanced electrical and automation engineering support for greenfield and brownfield plants across all project phases (definition, planning, and execution) as our Electrical and Automation Engineer based in Zug Switzerland. This role focuses on industrial CAPEX projects in Cement and Geocycle operations globally as well as large-scale Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) initiatives

Main Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

Drive a strong safety culture across all engineering activities, integrating "Safety in Design" and "Safety in Construction" principles.

Ensure full compliance with Group HSE standards, security policies, and technical regulations across all assigned projects.

Develop robust, safe, and cost-effective electrical and automation engineering concepts for business cases, feasibility studies, and tender packages.

Analyse plant KPIs to assist CAPEX Project Managers in establishing accurate CAPEX/OPEX estimates and production targets.

Evaluate tender submissions to identify technically sound, commercially optimal solutions.

Detailed Engineering & Quality Control

Review detailed design documentation to ensure compliance with Group standards, safety requirements, maintainability, durability, and cost efficiency.

Oversee quality control, technical inspections, and execution of electrical and automation packages during project implementation.

Provide targeted, high-value technical support during the commissioning and performance-testing phases.

Supplier Management & Technical Governance

Qualify global suppliers for electrical systems, power distribution, and drive technologies, maintaining a strong understanding of market capabilities.

Develop and continuously refine standard design criteria, engineering tools (e.g., eDM, IBS), and technical best practices across the organization.

Represent the discipline in knowledge-sharing platforms and cross-functional technical roundtables.

Project & Stakeholder Management

Simultaneously manage electrical and automation deliverables across multiple concurrent projects based on priority.

Collaborate effectively within diverse, multicultural, and multidisciplinary engineering teams across international locations.

Your Profile

Education:

University degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a closely related discipline.

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in industrial CAPEX project engineering (Cement, Heavy Industry, or Process Engineering preferred).

Technical & Functional Skills

Deep knowledge of international electrical and automation engineering standards, tools, and methodologies.

Proven experience in large-scale CAPEX project execution, tender preparation, and vendor selection.

Familiarity with heavy process industries (e.g., Cement, Energy, Carbon Capture).

Technical Leadership: Ability to influence stakeholders and establish credibility through technical expertise rather than direct authority.

Adaptability & Resilience: Comfortable working autonomously, managing shifting priorities, and conducting site assessments in remote or challenging environments.

Communication & Negotiation: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to bridge complex technical details with commercial and operational teams across global sites.

Mindset: Highly analytical, rigorous, cost-conscious, and open to continuous improvement and technical innovation.

Languages & Mobility

Languages:

Professional working proficiency in English (written and spoken) is required. Proficiency in additional core Group languages is a plus.

Mobility:

Willingness to travel frequently to project locations, supplier facilities, and construction sites worldwide, including regions with basic infrastructure or remote conditions.

Family Support: Subsidized child care and paid maternity/paternity leave

Professional Growth: Company-sponsored training and professional development.

Discounts and Perks: Subsidized meals, exclusive discounts, and company gifts for special occasions.

Long-service awards

Employee referral bonus

Pension and Savings: Access to a comprehensive pension fund and an employee savings scheme.

Holcim is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We support equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexuality, disability, or age.