Engineering Manager - Muttenz (m/f/d)

Syngenta Group; Muttenz; On-site; CHF 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension plan

Flexible working

Onsite doctor

Canteen

Training options

Job summary

Syngenta Group is seeking an Engineering Manager for its Muttenz site to lead engineers delivering capital projects and scalable production assets for new actives.

You will translate molecule development into safe, cost-effective production, while supporting CAPEX across the Muttenz site. English fluent; German a plus. UHSE and sustainability are part of daily practice.

Qualifications

• Programme management: coordinating and driving multiple work fronts/ programs.
• Credibility: trusted by LTs to lead complex changes.
• Stakeholder Influence & Management: influencing key stakeholders for change.
• Autonomy: operate with a high degree of independence in a complex environment.
• Collaboration: develop useful collaboration internally and with external partners.
• Change/operational management: leverage cross-sector expertise.
• Coaching & mentoring: develop and teach others in delivering change.
• Govt liaison: engage with political players and government bodies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage CAPEX projects from concept through to mechanical completion.
• Embed and sponsor the Swiss Engineering Platform.
• Integrate CAPEX efficiency elements in scope and design and execution.
• Develop scopes of work, design basis documents, and capital proposals; support sanctions.
• Manage engineering contractors; ensure quality, constructability, and standards compliance.
• Conduct post-project reviews and update standards/guidelines.
• Drive Project Sustainability Reviews to cut energy use and emissions.

Skills

Programme Management

Credibility

Stakeholder Influence

Autonomy

Collaboration

Change Management

Coaching & Mentoring

Govt Liaison

Education

Master in engineering or chemical sciences

5-year technical degree

Job description

At Syngenta Crop Protection, we're pioneering solutions that safeguard global food security while championing sustainable agriculture. As a world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, we empower farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that defend against nature's toughest challenges. We unite advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields while minimizing environmental impact. Join our mission of revolutionizing plant protection from seed to harvest. Syngenta has been ranked as atop employerby Science Magazine and it has been awarded with the "Friendly Work Space" label to all its Swiss sites. At Syngenta Safety comes first. We attach high importance to HSE.

Job Description

Role Purpose

We are currently seeking anEngineering Manager (m/f/d)for our multipurpose production site in Muttenz, who will Lead a team of engineers responsible for delivering capital projects and engineering solutions that enable the introduction of new active ingredients into Syngenta's Muttenz NAIS asset.

The role sits at the intersection of PTNAI and Manufacturing - translating new molecule development into safe, scalable, and cost-effective production assets. In addition, this role will support as required all capital projects in support of the CAPEX portfolio for the Muttenz site.

Accountability:

• Lead and manage CAPEX projects from engineering concept through to mechanical completion, in line with Syngenta's Engineering Project Process (EPP).
• Fully embed and sponsor the use of our Swiss Engineering Platform
• Fully integrate CAPEX efficiency elements (portfolio optimization, Scope and Design and Execution approach)
• Develop scopes of work, design basis documents, Capital Proposals, and engineering schedules; support sanctioning at relevant approval gates.
• Manage engineering contractors and design houses; ensure design quality, constructability, and compliance with Syngenta standards.
• Conduct post-project engineering reviews and translate lessons into updated standards and design guidelines.
• Drive Project Sustainability Reviews (PSR) to integrate energy efficiency, waste reduction, and low-carbon principles into engineering designs.

Qualifications

Degree / Master in energy transition or a MS/BS in industrial, engineering or chemical sciences, or a 5-year technical degree in related discipline. Manufacturing Specialist.

Fluent in English, German is a plus

• Programme Management: coordinating and driving multiple work fronts/ programs
• Credibility: Need to be trusted by LTs. Proven ability to overcome blockers (real or put up!).
• Stakeholder Influencing & Management: Strong influencing skills will be required to convince LTs and other key stakeholders of the need for change
• Personal Characteristics: Ability to assume a high degree of autonomy in a complex environment. Ability to explore, alone or collectively, themes for which there are currently no standards. Resilience - roadmaps may not be universally welcomed initially
• Ability to develop any useful collaboration within the company, but also with numerous external stakeholders.
• Change and/or operational management experience - Ability to examine the value of collaborative approaches in leveraging expertise, resources and knowledge across sectors and disciplines.
• Strong capability to develop, coach & teach others in delivering change
• Ability to liaise with political players, government departments and umbrella associations in the interests of the company.

Additional Information

We offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits including:

• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment
• The opportunity to make a difference to process safety, both within Syngenta’s global operations, and in shaping safety legislation and culture worldwide
• A superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce where new ideas are always welcome
• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees and gain scientific and technical excellence
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options
• You will profit from a competitive pension fund plan, flexible working, attractive bonus system, onsite doctor, fitness room, canteen, and other benefits (Family friendly initiatives, Child and Family allowance…)

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.