Junior Mechanical Engineer

Irca Group; Vergiate; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers €9 daily

Job summary

IRCA Group in Gallarate, Italy, invites a Junior Mechanical Engineer to join our manufacturing operations. You will analyze equipment, support new production lines, and work with maintenance teams to improve reliability and performance.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree and 2+ years in manufacturing, with strong knowledge of mechanical and pneumatic systems. Fluency in Italian and English, 40-hour week, CCNL Alimentare Industria, and meal vouchers are provided.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience as Mechanical Engineer in manufacturing (food or pharma preferred).
• Strong knowledge of industrial equipment and manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the mechanical aspects of equipment and production systems, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to the optimization and innovation of industrial processes, supporting efficiency and performance improvements.
• Support the technical development of equipment and solutions, evaluating the most suitable technologies for each project.
• Monitor the performance and proper functioning of equipment and processes, providing technical support to the Maintenance team.
• Contribute to engineering projects related to new production lines and equipment.

Skills

Industrial equipment

Pneumatic systems

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Excel

AutoCAD 2D/3D

Job description

Who We Are:

Founded in Italy in 1919, IRCA Group is a leading international B2B provider of high-quality semi-finished ingredients for the food industry, including chocolate, creams, decorations, inclusions, nuts and pistachios, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, and other specialty solutions. Today, IRCA Group employs more than 2,400 people, operates 22 manufacturing facilities worldwide, and generates approximately €1 billion in annual revenues.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and international environment with exposure to different functions and stakeholders.
• Hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment, working closely with experienced engineering and technical professionals.
• The opportunity to develop your technical skills by working on engineering and industrial projects within our Italian manufacturing operations, with potential exposure to European initiatives.

The Role:

The Junior Mechanical Engineer contributes to the analysis and optimization of manufacturing equipment and processes, supporting troubleshooting activities and the identification and implementation of technical solutions, including new production lines, to improve reliability and performance.

What will you do:

• Analyze the mechanical aspects of equipment and production systems, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to the optimization and innovation of industrial processes, supporting efficiency and performance improvements.
• Support the technical development of equipment and solutions, evaluating the most suitable technologies for each project.
• Monitor the performance and proper functioning of equipment and processes, providing technical support to the Maintenance team.
• Contribute to engineering projects related to new production lines and equipment.

Requirements:

• Education: Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: 2+ years of experience as Mechanical Engineer within manufacturing companies (food or pharma businesses are preferable).
• Professional skills: Good understanding of industrial equipment and manufacturing systems, with knowledge of mechanical and pneumatic systems and the ability to identify and troubleshoot technical issues.
• IT Skills: Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and AutoCAD 2D/3D.
• Languages: Fluent Italian and English.
• Soft Skills: Good communication and ability to effectively interact with different stakeholders, analytical thinking and problem-solving attitude, Hands-on and proactive approach, Teamwork and collaboration.

Other details:

• Location: Gallarate (VA) with willingness to move across different production sites in Gallarate and Vergiate.
• Working hours: Full time, 40h/week, from Monday to Friday.
• Contract: CCNL Alimentare Industria.
• Level: Impiegatizio.
• Meal vouchers: €9 for each day spent in the office.
• Remuneration: starting from RAL 32.000€

IRCA fosters a dynamic environment, valuing different perspectives and international experiences, offering a stimulating context. We promote professional growth and career opportunities locally and internationally. With locations worldwide, we offer the chance to work on international projects, collaborate across cultures, and gain a global perspective. If you are looking for stimulating challenges and the chance to contribute your ideas for process improvement in an ever-growing company, IRCA is the right place.

We welcome applications from candidates of all genders, backgrounds, identities, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, parental responsibilities, age, religion, or belief. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that our hiring process complies with the highest standards of non-discrimination and inclusivity. IRCA Group is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves, reach their full potential, and feel a true sense of belonging. Join us in creating a workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone can thrive.

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