Project Engineer

GEA; Alcobendas; Híbrido; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a Project Engineer to join their Liquid & Powder Technologies Division. This exciting role involves project engineering and design, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with clients and teams for successful project execution. You will have the opportunity to work in a flexible environment with a hybrid model, balancing home office and in-office work. The company values work-life balance, offers extensive training, and promotes career development at both national and international levels. If you are passionate about engineering and want to be part of a collaborative team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Servicios

Flexible remuneration package

Work-life balance

23 vacation days per year

Great work environment

Internal training opportunities

Career development opportunities

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Process knowledge in food or beverage industries is highly desirable.
• Fluent in Spanish and English with strong management capabilities.

Responsabilidades

• Define and design mechanical and process systems for projects.
• Prepare technical documentation and oversee project execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and conduct risk assessments.

Conocimientos

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Analytical Problem-Solving

Fluent in Spanish

Fluent in English

Construction Experience

Budgeting

Safety Compliance

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Process Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Food Technology

Herramientas

Primavera

Microstation

Bluebeam

ProCore

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Descripción del empleo

GEA is one of the largest technology suppliers for food processing and a wide range of other industries. The global group specializes in machinery plants as well as process technology and components.

For our Liquid & Powder Technologies Division, we are currently looking for a Project Engineer.

Liquid & Powder Technologies provide processing equipment and integrated solutions for the dairy, food, beverage, chemical, and home & personal care industries. The portfolio includes brewing systems, liquid processing, aseptic and non-aseptic filling & packaging, concentration, fermentation, crystallization, purification, drying, powder handling & packaging, as well as systems for carbon capture and emission control. GEA designs, builds, configures, and installs versatile and sustainable equipment, processing lines, and complete plants.

Main Duties :

1. Project Engineering & Design : Define, calculate, and design mechanical and process systems.
2. Technical Documentation : Prepare equipment specifications, procurement documents, project reports, and technical manuals.
3. Equipment & Process Calculations : Perform calculations for pumps, valves, heat exchangers, pipeline sizing, utilities, and instrumentation selection.
4. 3D Design & Layout Supervision : Oversee design models, pre-assemblies, and installation layouts.
5. Procurement & Tendering : Generate equipment purchase tenders and installation material lists.
6. OnSite Supervision & Commissioning : Oversee assembly, ensure quality control, and support commissioning teams.
7. Safety & Compliance : Ensure compliance with safety regulations, conduct risk assessments, and adhere to company standards.
8. Client & Team Coordination : Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and subcontractors for project execution.
9. Sales & Reporting : Prepare reports, track project KPIs, and assist in sales target planning.
10. Travel & OnSite Work : Extensive travel required with long periods at project sites.

Your Profile / Qualifications

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Food Technology.
2. Process knowledge in the chemical, dairy, food, or beverage industries is highly desirable.
3. Fluent in Spanish and English; knowledge of French, Portuguese, or German is a plus.
4. Strong management capabilities to lead both internal and external teams in a project environment.
5. Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.
6. Ability to work independently on projects.
7. Analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
8. Project finance knowledge (budgeting, cost control, forecasting).
9. OHSE culture and Safety Ambassador.

We offer :

1. A flexible remuneration package
2. Work-life balance, hybrid working model combining home office and in-office work
3. 23 vacation days per year
4. Great work environment as part of a collaborative team
5. Internal training and career development opportunities at national and international levels
6. Being part of a Top Employer 2025 company

If we have sparked your interest, then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

Key Skills

Primavera, Microstation, Bluebeam, Construction Estimating, Construction Experience, ProCore, Mechanical Engineering, Project Engineering, Project Management, AutoCAD, Project Management Software, Microsoft Project