CAPEX Project Lead

Zvh; Sesto San Giovanni; On-site; EUR 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter's Sesto Fiorentino site is seeking a CAPEX Project Lead to drive capital investments and engineering projects from definition through start-up. You will work with the Engineering Manager to define scope, budgets and schedules while ensuring GMP, safety and quality compliance.

This role blends operations exposure with project management across equipment, utilities and plant infrastructure, coordinating with Production, Quality, Maintenance and EHS to deliver reliable solutions on time and

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering or equivalent technical education.
• Experience in engineering, maintenance, facilities, utilities or capital-project execution, ideally within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of project management fundamentals, including scope, schedule, cost, risk, supplier coordination and reporting.
• Knowledge of GMP, EHS, technical documentation and equipment or utility qualification principles would be an advantage.
• Strong planning, problem-solving and communication skills.
• A good level of English for technical documentation and communications.

Responsibilities

• Define the site investment plan with Plant Manager and Engineering Manager.
• Lead projects from definition to start-up, ensuring timely delivery.
• Monitor scope, timelines, costs, risks and actions.
• Coordinate installation and commissioning of equipment and systems.
• Plan activities with Production, Quality, Maintenance, EHS and Engineering.
• Coordinate contractors and suppliers to meet standards.
• Support IQ/OQ documentation and qualification activities.
• Prepare CAPEX documents, cost estimates and progress updates.
• Maintain drawings, manuals and project records.
• Contribute to EHS risk assessments.

Skills

Project management

Planning

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

About the role

At Baxter’s Sesto Fiorentino site, we are looking for a CAPEX Project Lead to help shape the future of our facility through capital investment and engineering projects. Working closely with the Engineering Manager, you will take projects from technical definition and planning through installation, testing, start-up and qualification support. You will have the opportunity to work across equipment, utilities and plant infrastructure, helping us modernize the site while ensuring projects meet GMP, safety, quality, budget and business requirements. This is a great opportunity for an engineer who enjoys being close to operations and wants to broaden their experience in CAPEX and project management within a regulated manufacturing environment.

What you will be doing

• Collaborate with the Plant Manager and Engineering Manager in defining the site investment plan, helping turn operational and business priorities into well-defined engineering projects that strengthen the facility’s long-term reliability.
• Lead assigned projects from technical definition and preparation of approval documentation through installation, testing, start-up and closure, ensuring investments are delivered effectively and ready for operational use.
• Monitor scope, timelines, costs, risks and open actions, keeping projects aligned with agreed objectives and enabling timely decisions when challenges arise.
• Coordinate the installation and commissioning of equipment, utilities, machinery and plant systems, helping deliver safe, compliant and dependable solutions for the site.
• Partner with Production, Quality, Maintenance, EHS and Engineering to plan activities carefully, minimize disruption and protect the continuity of site operations.
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers and technical partners, ensuring that project work is completed to the required technical, GMP, quality, safety and environmental standards.
• Support qualification activities and IQ/OQ documentation with Quality and Validation, helping ensure new or modified systems are compliant and suitable for their intended use.
• Prepare CAPEX documentation, cost estimates and clear project updates, giving stakeholders visibility of progress, budget, key risks, decisions and next steps.
• Maintain complete drawings, manuals, specifications, certifications and project records, ensuring that technical information remains accurate, controlled and accessible.
• Contribute to EHS risk assessments for equipment, utilities and facility modifications, helping create a safe working environment throughout project execution and beyond.

What you will bring

• A degree in Engineering or equivalent technical education.
• Experience in engineering, maintenance, facilities, utilities or capital-project execution, ideally within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of project management fundamentals, including scope, schedule, cost, risk, supplier coordination and reporting.
• Knowledge of GMP, EHS, technical documentation and equipment or utility qualification principles would be an advantage.
• Strong planning, problem‑solving and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate different stakeholders and keep projects moving forward.
• A good level of English, enabling you to work with technical documentation and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Why join us?

This is a great opportunity to work on meaningful technologies that have a direct impact on healthcare. You'll be part of a collaborative, innovative environment where your technical expertise will help shape solutions that improve lives every day. We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The minimum salary for this position is €41.600 annually. Your initial pay could be at the minimum or higher based on skills, expertise, experience, and other relevant factors, all of which are subject to change. This position may also be eligible for competitive benefits and incentives.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally.

No matter your role at Baxter, your talent, skills, and time has a direct impact on people's lives. Since 1931, we have been at the forefront of innovation by bringing smarter, more personalized care to patients around the world. Now, we're more determined than ever to make a lasting impact as we are redefining healthcare delivery across the care journey. Our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives motivates us as we create a culture in which each of us can succeed. This is where you belong.