Commissioning and Start-up Engineer Engineering · Mead Johnson Nijmegen

Mead Johnson Nijmegen; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 4,600 - 7,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Good pension plan

Year-end bonus

Collective health insurance

Professional development opportunities

25 vacation days

13 ADV days

Job summary

Mead Johnson Nijmegen is seeking a Commissioning & Start-up Engineer to drive the commissioning and start-up of new equipment, processes and production lines at our Nijmegen facility. You will lead commissioning activities from concept to handover, ensuring safe, reliable and sustainable performance from day one in a highly visible role.

The role requires a technical background in Mechanical/Electrical/Automation/Process engineering, hands-on problem solving, and excellent Dutch and English

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Process, Industrial or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience in commissioning, start-up, project engineering or CAPEX project execution.
• Experience in food, dairy, pharma, or regulated manufacturing environments preferred.
• Knowledge of commissioning methodologies, FAT/SAT and startup processes.
• GMP, food safety, EHS and validation principles familiarity.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication in Dutch and English.
• Proactive, structured and hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and start-up activities for new equipment, systems and processes.
• Develop commissioning strategies, test plans and start-up approaches for smooth delivery.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Production, Maintenance, Quality, Automation, EHS and suppliers.
• Support FAT/SAT, performance verification and operational readiness activities.
• Troubleshoot issues during installation, commissioning and ramp-up, minimizing disruption.
• Drive handover from project to operations.
• Identify risks and opportunities during project development and execution.
• Capture lessons learned and strengthen practices across site.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Dutch & English communication

Proactive, structured, hands-on

Experience in commissioning/start-up/C

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Process, Industrial or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Are you ready for a new step in your career?

Mead Johnson Nutrition is a long-standing multinational brand specializing in infant and child nutrition. Our company vision is to become the world's leading provider of scientifically backed child nutrition and specialized food products and services. At Mead Johnson Nutrition, we are deeply committed to creating nutritional brands and products that give babies and children the best start in life. With over 450 employees, our Nijmegen factory produces super-premium child nutrition for the largest market in the world, Greater China. Quality, reliability, innovation, and ethics are core values at Mead Johnson.

Our Engineering department is looking for a hands-on, technically driven and results-oriented Commissioning & Start-up Engineer who enjoys turning engineering projects into operational reality. If you thrive in dynamic manufacturing environments and get energized by bringing new equipment, processes and production lines to life, we're interested in getting to know you better.

What will you do?

As a Commissioning & Start-up Engineer, you play a impactful role in successfully execute the CAPEX projects at our manufacturing site in Nijmegen. From concept and feasibility to commissioning, start-up and handover, you ensure that new installations are ready to deliver safe, reliable and sustainable performance from day one.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and coordinate commissioning and start-up activities for new equipment, systems and production processes.
• Develop commissioning strategies, test plans and start-up approaches to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Production, Maintenance, Quality, Automation, EHS and external suppliers.
• Support factory and site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT), performance verification and operational readiness activities.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during installation, commissioning and ramp-up, ensuring rapid resolution and minimal disruption.
• Drive a structured handover from project execution into operations.
• Evaluate new ideas and project opportunities by translating concepts into practical technical solutions and feasibility assessments.
• Identify risks, operational impacts and improvement opportunities during project development and execution.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and strengthening commissioning and start-up practices across the site.

This is a highly visible role where you can directly influence the success of major investments and help shape the future of one of Europe's most advanced infant nutrition production facilities.

Who are you?

You are an engineer who enjoys being close to the action. You combine technical expertise with a practical mindset and are motivated by solving complex challenges in a manufacturing environment.

In addition, you bring:

• A Bachelor's or Master's thinking and working level in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Process, Industrial or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience in commissioning, start-up, project engineering, technical troubleshooting or CAPEX project execution.
• Experience within food, dairy, pharmaceutical, consumer goods or other regulated manufacturing environments is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of commissioning methodologies, FAT/SAT activities and operational start-up processes.
• Familiarity with GMP, food safety, EHS and validation principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work effectively across multiple disciplines and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills in both Dutch and English.
• A proactive, structured and hands-on approach.

Whether you are an ambitious medior professional ready to take ownership or an experienced engineer looking to lead complex start-up programs, we encourage you to apply.

What do we offer?

An inspiring and innovative work environment where you can develop your career and sharpen your skills in a dedicated and professional team. A fulltime contract with excellent working conditions and a competitive salary between 4600 EUR and 7000 EUR, depending on knowledge and experience. Mead Johnson has a 38-hour working week with 25 vacation days and 13 ADV days. We also offer you a good pension plan, a year-end bonus, collective health insurance benefits and opportunities for professional development.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work on high-impact investment projects that directly support business growth.
• Be part of a highly skilled engineering organization within an international environment.
• Influence project design and operational performance from concept to production.
• Build expertise in advanced processing, packaging and manufacturing technologies.
• Develop your career through challenging projects and continuous learning opportunities.

Will you take the next step?

Applying for a VOG may be part of the recruitment process