Senior Project Engineer

Mpowering People; Erlangen; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading innovator in advanced process technologies is seeking a Senior Process Engineer for complex projects in Erlangen. The ideal candidate has a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, 10–15 years of experience, and business-fluent German. This role involves leading plant engineering projects, ensuring quality standards, and coordinating with partners. Join a forward-thinking environment focused on the energy transition.

Qualifikationen

• 10–15 years of professional experience in chemical plant engineering or the chemical industry.
• Proven experience in leading external partners.
• Solid economic understanding.

Aufgaben

• Lead complex plant engineering projects including concept development.
• Drive process planning with state-of-the-art technologies.
• Ensure technical quality and forward-looking planning.

Kenntnisse

Conceptual planning

Project-oriented mindset

Business-fluent German

P&ID and calculation tools proficiency

Ausbildung

Master's/Diploma in Chemical or Process Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Aspen+

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Process Engineer – Chemical Plant Engineering (m/f/d)

Location: Germany (Regular presence required in Erlangen region)

On behalf of a leading innovator in advanced process technologies

Are you ready to take full responsibility for complex process-engineering projects within an international, future-oriented environment? Our client—an established technology leader in next-generation plant engineering—is looking for an experienced Process Engineer to strengthen their team. This is your chance to work on cutting-edge process technology with real impact on the energy transition.

Your Role

In this senior position, you will oversee the entire process-engineering scope of sophisticated plant engineering projects. You will act as a key interface between internal disciplines, external partners, and specialist departments—ensuring seamless coordination, technical quality, and forward-looking planning.

• Leading complex plant engineering projects, including concept development and feasibility studies
• Driving process planning in accordance with state-of-the-art technologies
• Working closely with internal technology teams on core proprietary technologies
• Preparing, reviewing, and validating process engineering documentation
• Defining trade-specific requirements and ensuring clear communication within the project team
• Coordinating and managing external engineering partners and internal project contributors
• Reviewing technical documentation from internal and external stakeholders
• Ensuring quality and performance of engineering deliverables
• Contributing to process safety discussions and developing standards for safety-critical topics
• Preparing technical documentation for construction and operating permits
• Supporting project management in planning, controlling, and risk evaluation
• Providing on-site support during plant commissioning at client or company locations

What You Bring

• A relevant technical degree (Master’s/Diploma), ideally in chemical or process engineering
• 10–15 years of professional experience in chemical plant engineering or the chemical industry
• Proven experience in conceptual planning and in leading external partners
• Business‑fluent German skills (general, business, and technical terminology)
• Solid economic understanding and a pragmatic, project‑oriented mindset
• Proficiency with P&ID and calculation tools (ideally AutoCAD Plant 3D and Aspen+)
• Profound knowledge of relevant regulations (e.g., Pressure Equipment Directive, Machinery Directive)
• Willingness to travel occasionally for project needs
• Residence in Germany and willingness to be on‑site in Erlangen at least once per week

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to contribute to high‑impact engineering projects within a forward‑thinking, innovation‑driven environment. You will play a crucial role in shaping advanced process solutions with a company that values expertise, autonomy, and collaboration.

If you are a senior process engineering professional looking for your next challenge, we would be delighted to receive your application.