Senior Project Engineer

Fresenius Medical Care; Palazzo Pignano; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

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Fresenius Medical Care in Palazzo Pignano (CR) is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead international manufacturing technology and industrialization initiatives for high-quality medical devices and pharmaceutical products.

You will drive process improvements, ensure regulatory compliance, manage planning and budgets, and collaborate with Development, Manufacturing, and Value Stream teams across sites worldwide.

Competenze

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Process Engineering, or related field.

Mansioni

• Lead technical projects from concept through implementation, achieving performance, quality, cost, and schedule goals.
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Conoscenze

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional teamwork

Project coordination

Communication

English proficiency

Formazione

Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial/Process Engineering degree

Strumenti

AutoCAD 2D

SAP

Minitab

MS Office

Siemens PLCs

Descrizione del lavoro

Project Engineer

Location: Palazzo Pignano (CR)
Working Model: This position is primarily based on-site and it requires flexibility and willingness to travel, both within Italy and internationally, based on project needs.

At Fresenius Medical Care, we are the global leader in kidney care, committed to improving the quality of life of people living with chronic kidney disease. Our mission is to deliver innovative, high-quality products, services, and care solutions across the entire healthcare continuum. Guided by our vision, "Creating a future worth living. For patients. Worldwide. Every day.", we act with responsibility and dedication, supported by a global team of more than 110,000 employees.

Within our Care Enablement business segment, we develop and provide life-sustaining medical devices, digital health solutions, and therapies that empower clinical teams and improve patient outcomes. Our FME Reignite strategy drives the transformation of our company through innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.

Our values shape the way we work every day:

• We care for patients, people, and communities.

• We connect across borders and functions to achieve excellence together.

• We commit to doing the right thing, growing with purpose and leading kidney care through integrity and innovation.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join our Manufacturing Technology & Industrialization team. In this role, you will lead and support international projects aimed at developing and implementing advanced production technologies for the efficient manufacturing of high-quality medical devices and pharmaceutical products.

You will play a key role in driving innovation, optimizing production processes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards across global manufacturing sites.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Project Engineer, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of manufacturing and industrialization projects by:

• Leading technical projects from concept through implementation, ensuring performance, quality, cost, and timeline objectives are achieved.

• Managing project planning, budgeting, CAPEX requests, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination.

• Conducting feasibility studies, risk assessments, and technical evaluations to support strategic decision-making.

• Identifying and implementing process improvements and facility optimization initiatives to enhance operational performance and productivity.

• Analyzing and resolving technical issues throughout the project lifecycle to ensure successful project execution and operational continuity.

• Ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, quality standards, and health, safety, and environmental regulations.

• Creating and maintaining project documentation, including technical drawings, specifications, validation protocols, and reports.

• Collaborating and communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders, providing regular project updates and status reports.

• Training operational staff and supporting the implementation of new technologies, processes, and manufacturing solutions.

• Acting as a key interface between Development, Manufacturing, and Value Stream organizations.

• Supporting validation activities and the implementation of new technologies and manufacturing processes

• Promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring that all project activities are performed in accordance with established safety standards and procedures

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Process Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Proven experience managing engineering or industrialization projects.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in production technologies and manufacturing processes.

• Experience within medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or other highly regulated industries is considered a strong advantage.

• Knowledge of GMP environments and Lean Manufacturing principles.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of manufacturing technologies and industrial production processes.

• Experience with project management tools and methodologies.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D (AutoCAD Inventor is a plus).

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

• Intermediate English proficiency.

• SAP knowledge is an advantage.

• Familiarity with automation technologies, Siemens PLCs, motion control systems, pneumatic circuits, and electrical schematics is desirable.

• Knowledge of Minitab or similar statistical analysis tools is a plus.

Personal Skills

We are looking for someone who combines technical expertise with a collaborative mindset and a passion for continuous improvement:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and international teams.

• Proactive, results-oriented approach.

• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.

• Capacity to influence, engage, and inspire colleagues and project stakeholders.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work on strategic international projects within a global healthcare leader.

• Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and industrialization initiatives.

• A dynamic, collaborative, and multicultural work environment.

• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

The indicative annual base salary range for this position is between €40.000 and €50.000. The final offer will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. The role is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive (STI) opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer.
We carefully and respectfully consider all applications, including those from individuals with disabilities (law 68/99).
We are committed to providing an inclusive work environment and, where needed, offering reasonable accommodations to ensure all candidates can participate in the selection process and, subsequently, perform their role.