Electrical and Automation Engineer — Holcim Group
NewCHF 78'500 - 119'000
Holcim Group · Zug (ZG)
- Location
- Zug
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
SalaryCHF 78'500 - 119'000
Role overview
Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction with net sales of CHF 15.7 billion in 2025, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings.
Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 50 000 employees in 45 countries – across Europe, Latin America and Asia, Middle East & Africa – and has been recognized as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute.
Holcim offers high-value end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundation and flooring to walling and roofing – powered by premium brands including ECOPact, ECOPlanet, ECOCycle, and Ytong. Role Overview
- Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction with net sales of CHF 15.7 billion in 2025, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings.
- Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 50 000 employees in 45 countries – across Europe, Latin America and Asia, Middle East & Africa – and has been recognized as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute.
- Main Responsibilities Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
- Drive a strong safety culture across all engineering activities, integrating "Safety in Design" and "Safety in Construction" principles.
- Education: University degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in industrial CAPEX project engineering (Cement, Heavy Industry, or Process Engineering preferred). Technical & Functional Skills
Main responsibilities
- Main Responsibilities Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
- Drive a strong safety culture across all engineering activities, integrating "Safety in Design" and "Safety in Construction" principles.
- Ensure full compliance with Group HSE standards, security policies, and technical regulations across all assigned projects. Project Conceptualization & Feasibility
- Develop robust, safe, and cost-effective electrical and automation engineering concepts for business cases, feasibility studies, and tender packages.
- Analyse plant KPIs to assist CAPEX Project Managers in establishing accurate CAPEX/OPEX estimates and production targets.
- Evaluate tender submissions to identify technically sound, commercially optimal solutions. Detailed Engineering & Quality Control
- Review detailed design documentation to ensure compliance with Group standards, safety requirements, maintainability, durability, and cost efficiency.
- Oversee quality control, technical inspections, and execution of electrical and automation packages during project implementation.
- Provide targeted, high-value technical support during the commissioning and performance-testing phases. Supplier Management & Technical Governance
- Qualify global suppliers for electrical systems, power distribution, and drive technologies, maintaining a strong understanding of market capabilities.
Key requirements
- Education: University degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in industrial CAPEX project engineering (Cement, Heavy Industry, or Process Engineering preferred). Technical & Functional Skills
- Deep knowledge of international electrical and automation engineering standards, tools, and methodologies.
- Proven experience in large-scale CAPEX project execution, tender preparation, and vendor selection.
- Familiarity with heavy process industries (e.g., Cement, Energy, Carbon Capture). Leadership & Behavioural Competencies
- Technical Leadership: Ability to influence stakeholders and establish credibility through technical expertise rather than direct authority.
- Adaptability & Resilience: Comfortable working autonomously, managing shifting priorities, and conducting site assessments in remote or challenging environments.
- Communication & Negotiation: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to bridge complex technical details with commercial and operational teams across global sites.
- Mindset: Highly analytical, rigorous, cost-conscious, and open to continuous improvement and technical innovation. Languages & Mobility
- Languages: Professional working proficiency in English (written and spoken) is required.
- Proficiency in additional core Group languages is a plus.
- Mobility: Willingness to travel frequently to project locations, supplier facilities, and construction sites worldwide, including regions with basic infrastructure or remote conditions.
What the company offers
- Hybrid work contract
- Family Support: Subsidized child care and paid maternity/paternity leave
- Professional Growth: Company-sponsored training and professional development.
- Discounts and Perks: Subsidized meals, exclusive discounts, and company gifts for special occasions. Long-service awards Employee referral bonus
- Pension and Savings: Access to a comprehensive pension fund and an employee savings scheme.
- Holcim is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- We support equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexuality, disability, or age.
- We do not use Gmail or any other non-Holcim domains to conduct recruitment processes.
- Please verify the sender address before responding.
Contacts
- Important Notice: Holcim recruiters only contact candidates via official @[holcim.com] email addresses.
Company and context
- Develop and continuously refine standard design criteria, engineering tools (e.g., eDM, IBS), and technical best practices across the organization.
- Represent the discipline in knowledge-sharing platforms and cross-functional technical roundtables. Project & Stakeholder Management
- Simultaneously manage electrical and automation deliverables across multiple concurrent projects based on priority.
- Collaborate effectively within diverse, multicultural, and multidisciplinary engineering teams across international locations.
Additional details
- Holcim offers high-value end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundation and flooring to walling and roofing – powered by premium brands including ECOPact, ECOPlanet, ECOCycle, and Ytong. Main Responsibilities Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
- Ensure full compliance with Group HSE standards, security policies, and technical regulations across all assigned projects. Project Conceptualization & Feasibility
- Evaluate tender submissions to identify technically sound, commercially optimal solutions. Detailed Engineering & Quality Control
- Provide targeted, high-value technical support during the commissioning and performance-testing phases. Supplier Management & Technical Governance
- Represent the discipline in knowledge-sharing platforms and cross-functional technical roundtables. Project & Stakeholder Management
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in industrial CAPEX project engineering (Cement, Heavy Industry, or Process Engineering preferred). Technical & Functional Skills
- Familiarity with heavy process industries (e.g., Cement, Energy, Carbon Capture). Leadership & Behavioural Competencies
- Mindset: Highly analytical, rigorous, cost-conscious, and open to continuous improvement and technical innovation. Languages & Mobility
- Discounts and Perks: Subsidized meals, exclusive discounts, and company gifts for special occasions. Long-service awards Employee referral bonus
Notes and original content
- Holcim offers high-value end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundation and flooring to walling and roofing – powered by premium brands including ECOPact, ECOPlanet, ECOCycle, and Ytong.
- Role Overview
- Main Responsibilities
- Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
- Ensure full compliance with Group HSE standards, security policies, and technical regulations across all assigned projects.
- Project Conceptualization & Feasibility
- Evaluate tender submissions to identify technically sound, commercially optimal solutions.
- Detailed Engineering & Quality Control
- Provide targeted, high-value technical support during the commissioning and performance-testing phases.
- Supplier Management & Technical Governance
Questions about this listing
What salary does Holcim Group offer for this role?
Holcim Group lists CHF 78'500 - 119'000 gross per year for this position in Zug. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to 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 Holcim Group offer?
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