Responsibilities / Tasks at GEA
GEA is one of the largest technology suppliers for food processing and various other industries. The global group specializes in machinery, plants, process technology, and components. For our Liquid & Powder Technologies Division, we are currently looking for a Project Engineer - Liquid & Powder Technologies.
This role involves providing processing equipment and integrated solutions for the dairy, food, new food, beverage, chemical, and home & personal care industries. The portfolio includes brewing systems, liquid processing, aseptic and non-aseptic filling & packaging, concentration, fermentation, crystallization, purification, drying, powder handling & packaging, as well as systems for carbon capture and emission control. GEA designs, builds, configures, and installs versatile and sustainable equipment, processing lines, and complete plants.
Key Responsibilities:
* Project Engineering & Design: Define, calculate, and design mechanical and process systems.
* Technical Documentation: Prepare equipment specifications, procurement documents, project reports, and technical manuals.
* Equipment & Process Calculations: Perform calculations for pumps, valves, heat exchangers, pipeline sizing, utilities, and instrumentation.
* 3D Design & Layout Supervision: Oversee design models, preassemblies, and installation layouts.
* Procurement & Tendering: Generate equipment purchase tenders and installation material lists.
* On-Site Supervision & Commissioning: Oversee assembly, ensure quality control, and support commissioning teams.
* Safety & Compliance: Ensure compliance with safety regulations, risk assessments, and company standards.
* Client & Team Coordination: Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and subcontractors for project execution.
* Sales & Reporting: Prepare reports, track project KPIs, and assist in sales target planning.
* Travel & On-Site Work: Extensive travel required, with long periods at project sites.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Food Technology.
* Process knowledge in the chemical, dairy, food, or beverage industries is highly desirable.
* Fluent in Spanish & English (mandatory); knowledge of French, Portuguese, or German is a plus.
* Strong management capabilities to lead internal and external teams.
* Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.
* Ability to work independently on projects.
* Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
* Project finance knowledge (budgeting, cost control, forecasting).
* QHSE culture and Safety Ambassador.
What We Offer:
* A flexible remuneration package.
* Work-life balance with a hybrid working model (home-office and office).
* 23 vacation days per year.
* A great work environment within a collaborative team.
* Internal training and career development opportunities at national and international levels.
* Be part of a "Top Employer 2025" company.
If you are interested, please click apply above to access our guided application process.
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