Senior Project Engineer (Chemicals)

Northwest Talent Solutions LLC; Leverkusen; Hybrid; EUR 80.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A confidential global chemicals manufacturer is seeking a Senior Project Engineer (Electrical/Automation) to lead large-scale CapEx projects at its Leverkusen site. This position offers a hybrid work model and requires a Master's in Electrical Engineering or Automation, along with proven project management skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in complex industrial environments, ensuring projects are delivered safely and within budget. Full-time with competitive compensation and relocation support for the right candidate.

Leistungen

Competitive compensation

Full benefits package

Relocation support available

Qualifikationen

• Several years of experience delivering CapEx projects in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven project management capability including indirect leadership of project teams.
• Strong analytical skills with a structured, independent working style.

Aufgaben

• Lead multi-project execution from definition and planning through completion.
• Prepare investment applications, cost estimates, schedules, and project reports.
• Ensure compliance with EHS, safety, and internal engineering standards.

Kenntnisse

Project management capability

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Intercultural competence

Communication skills

Fluent English

Business-fluent German

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

SAP

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Project Engineer – Electrical / Automation (CapEx)

Confidential Global Chemicals & Manufacturing Company
Leverkusen, Germany
Full-Time | Hybrid / On-Site
Mid–Senior Level

About the Opportunity

A global leader in the chemicals and advanced materials industry is seeking a Senior Project Engineer (Electrical / Automation) to support large-scale capital investment projects at a flagship manufacturing site in Leverkusen.

This role is ideal for an experienced project engineer who thrives in complex industrial environments, values safety above all else, and wants to lead impactful projects from concept through commissioning—while collaborating with international teams and stakeholders.

Safety is not a slogan here. It's a way of working.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will take ownership of multiple CapEx projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, and within budget, while complying with all regulatory and internal standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading multi-project execution from definition and planning through completion
• Preparing investment applications, cost estimates, schedules, and project reports
• Ensuring strict compliance with EHS, safety, and internal engineering standards
• Translating internal safety requirements into actionable project execution plans
• Conducting risk management, gate reviews, value engineering, and documentation
• Coordinating with Procurement on contracts and sourcing strategy
• Collaborating closely with technical standards, operations, and implementation teams
• Providing coverage for the Project Engineering Manager during holidays or absences
• Supporting additional project-related initiatives as required

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or Automation Engineering
• Several years of experience delivering CapEx projects in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Proven project management capability, including indirect leadership of project teams
• Strong analytical skills with a structured, independent working style
• Excellent communication skills and professional assertiveness
• High level of teamwork and intercultural competence
• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project
• Working knowledge of SAP
• Business-fluent German (spoken and written)
• Fluent English (spoken and written)

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• Experience with process engineering and/or electrical investment projects
• Basic knowledge of explosion protection and functional safety
• Initial people or project leadership experience

What’s Offered

• Full-time role with strong long-term stability
• Competitive compensation and full benefits package
• Opportunity to work on high-impact, complex industrial projects
• Collaborative, international working environment
• Relocation support available for the right candidate

Who You’ll Thrive Here

You’ll excel in this role if you:

• Take ownership and accountability seriously
• Believe safety and engineering excellence go hand-in-hand
• Enjoy managing complexity and multiple stakeholders
• Communicate clearly across technical and non-technical teams
• Want to make a measurable impact in a global industrial setting

Apply confidentially to learn more about this opportunity and discuss whether it aligns with your career goals.