Engineering Specialist — Nestlé
- Location
- Konolfingen
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 14 days ago
Full description
Position snapshot
Location: Konolfingen, Switzerland
Company: Nestlé Research Konolfingen
Act. Rate: 80-100%
Type of contract: Permanent contract
Language: Fluent in English (B2 or better) and German (an advantage)
What we offer at Nestlé
Flexible work policies in terms of core hours. Please talk to us during the recruitment process about what flexibility could look like for you!
Genuine opportunities for career and personal development
Working in an international environment with the possibility to work worldwide after a successful experience in Konolfingen
Attractive additional benefits
Position summary
Our Nestlé Research and Development Center in Konolfingen (NRDK), Switzerland, develops for Nestlé worldwide, new products, processes and packaging concepts in the areas of Milk, plant-based and Nutrition products. This includes various process and filling technologies for liquid, powder or sterile products. In addition, it also provides technical assistance and engineering support for major Capital Investment Projects (CAPEX) to our factories.
As a member of our local Site-Engineering team you will support with your technical expertise and in close collaboration with your colleagues the daily pilot plant operations as well as the evaluation, design and implementation of local investment projects.
We offer a dynamic, inclusive, and international working environment with many opportunities across different companies, functions, and regions. Don’t miss the opportunity to join us and work with different teams in an agile and diverse context.
Daily activities of an Engineering Specialist
- Prepare high-level feasibility studies by asking the right questions to get a broad picture without going into too many details for new process and product ideas
- Prepare projects in further details to submit budget requests taking in account the various internal and external stakeholders of the NRDK
- Lead and execute the projects on site safely and in close collaboration with the various team members and specific operational functions leading to a successful commissioning, start-up and documented handover
- Assist our technicians/operators in troubleshooting and more complex root cause analysis on site
- Help to improve the asset intensity of our pilot plant and production facilities with detailed data analysis and specific process know-how
- Develop and drive sustainable solutions to meet our net zero goal by challenging and improving the status-quo
- Support the exploration and development of new technologies/products and help to qualify and industrialize them
What will make you successful
- Engineering degree (preferably process or mechanical engineering)
- Experience in process engineering and food industry including hygienic requirements are an advantage but not a must
- Excellent networking and communication skills
- End to end (E2E)-mindset (start projects with a clearly defined and well aligned scope ending up in successful handover including proper documentation)
- Passionate about making a difference in the professional environment
- Strong problem-solving skills as part of a bigger team and willing to apply them also in the field
- Full commitment to compliance (legal, safety, quality, finance) for all activities
- Willingness to develop specific expertise in defined areas to be the local subject matter expert
At Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering a diverse, friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment, that creates positive disruption, embraces innovation, and empowers people and teams to win. We aim to hire friendly, respectful, inspiring people who care about the people’s lives that we touch every single day. Be a force for good. Join Nestlé and visit us on www.nestle.com.
Questions about this listing
What salary does Nestlé offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Konolfingen is CHF 77'000 - 116'500 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Nestlé. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Nestlé offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Nestlé during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Bern?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Bern can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Bern's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Nestlé?
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