European Capital Projects Lead - Manufacturing

Hexcel Corporation; Les Avenières; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexcel Corporation is seeking a Project Manager M/F to lead major capital projects in France and Germany, with potential regional expansion. You will drive projects from concept through implementation, manage budgets, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while improving site processes and infrastructure.

Required are a university/engineering degree and at least 10 years of project engineering experience in manufacturing, with strong leadership, communication, and safety analysis skills; travel

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in chemical, mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering with 10+ years of experience.
• Proven ability to manage projects and lead engineering teams in fast-paced environments.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing facilities and reading mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital projects up to $50M, including scoping, estimating, and cost control.
• Lead multi-functional project teams and coordinate resources across sites.
• Develop proposals, RFQs, and interface with vendors for capital investments.
• Oversee procurement and ensure equipment conformance to specs and timelines.
• Ensure safe practices and compliance with health, safety, and environmental regs.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

English proficiency

Education

Engineering degree (Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Civil)

Tools

HAZOP/FMEA

Job description

Hexcel Corporation is seeking a Project Manager M/F to lead major capital projects in France and Germany, with potential regional expansion. You will drive projects from concept through implementation, manage budgets, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while improving site processes and infrastructure.

Required are a university/engineering degree and at least 10 years of project engineering experience in manufacturing, with strong leadership, communication, and safety analysis skills; travel