Project Engineer Germany Cocoa (m/f/d)

About the role

Are you looking to lead complex investment projects in an international manufacturing environment and actively shape the future of a key production site? Then this opportunity could be the perfect next step for you.

To strengthen our engineering team at our cocoa plant in Hamburg, we are looking for a Project Engineer (m/f/d). The position is initially limited to 2 years, with the possibility of extension.

Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for individual investment projects at the site
• Planning and execution of technical projects in production and infrastructure
• Coordination with internal stakeholders and external partners
• Support in building permit and approval procedures
• Construction supervision while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards
• Schedule, budget, and cost control including regular reporting
• Coordination of suppliers and service providers
• Liaison with authorities such as BUKEA, HPA, Occupational Safety Office, and Fire Department

Your profile

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Process Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable qualification
• Minimum 4 years of experience in project planning and execution, ideally within the food or manufacturing industry
• Knowledge of construction and approval procedures as well as authority management
• Strong organizational skills and cost awareness
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Fluent German and good English skills, both written and spoken

What we offer

• A responsible role within an international company & work at a technically diverse and industry-significant cocoa production site in the heart of Hamburg
• Attractive compensation and social benefits
• JobRad (Bike Leasing) - Lease a bike for 36 months via gross salary conversion plus a monthly €18 employer subsidy.
• Corporate Benefits - Access to discounted shopping with over 800 brands (fashion, sports, tech, home, etc.) via the employee benefits platform.
• Employee Referral Program - Receive a €750 gross bonus for each successful referral or donate it to the Cocoa Horizon Foundation.
• ProfiTicket / Deutschlandticket - Get a monthly subsidy of €25.20 for the discounted digital HVV Jobticket / Deutschlandticket.
• Canteen Subsidy - Employer-subsidized meals; pre-order up to one day in advance via Hofmann Menü.
• Screen Workstation Glasses - Up to €100 subsidy for required computer workstation glasses.
• External Support Services - Access to external counseling and support for personal challenges (e.g., addiction risk, debt, family issues).

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we've experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.

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