Global Chemical Engineering Expert
As a Global Chemical Engineering Expert you will act as a worldwide subject‑matter expert, coach project teams, evaluate local experts’ competencies, oversee the engineering design phase of capex projects, implement standardized designs and equipment, and align with COE, operations and functional stakeholders to enhance technical know‑how.
Main Responsibilities
* Oversee the engineering design phase of capex projects in Chemical Engineering
* Provide support to project teams at each phase of projects (design, vendor selection, FAT, commissioning and startup)
* Challenge projects and/or technical decisions
* Accountable for engineering design standard package and standardized equipment in Chemical Engineering
* Deliver engineering design methodology standards; update standards to be consistent with Givaudan initiatives
* Develop and maintain the documentation repository in Chemical Engineering
* Liaise with CoE functions, IM&S and divisional functions to ensure standards are applied to new projects
* Scout and identify innovations related to equipment, fostering step changes that improve operations and sustainability KPIs
* Ensure transfer of best practices from local organisation and embed them into standards
* Animate knowledge transfer between local, regional, global and external resources
* Supply technical expertise to operations and functional stakeholders; actively participate in global programmes
* Scout and identify equipment vendors; qualify new vendors in collaboration with operations and IM&S to reduce dependence on current suppliers
* Coach and develop project teams; evaluate and provide feedback on local experts’ competencies
* Create and maintain a global network of experts within Givaudan
Your professional profile includes
* MSc in Engineering or equivalent
* Fluent in English; knowledge of French or other languages is beneficial
* 15+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, maintenance or plant operations
* Experience in fine/speciality chemistry preferred
* Capex Project Management experience in the field is required
* MS Office literacy
* LEAN/TPM/6‑sigma certification; GMP, EHS certifications beneficial
Benefits
* Continuous training and professional development program
* Collaborative and safety‑oriented work environment
* Growth opportunities within a global company
* On‑site medical assistance
* Accident insurance
* Language courses (free English and French)
* Support for public transportation
* Purchase of perfumes and access to special discounts
* Employee Assistance Program
* Benefits may vary according to office location
Locations
* Sant Celoni (Spain)
* Avignon (France)
* Caronno Pertusella (Italy)
* Mako (Hungary)
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